Energy Trends: UK weather

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Summary

Energy Trends UK weather chapter. Temperature, wind speed, sun hours context for consumption.

Why it matters

Contextual. Solar's 37% jump partly weather-driven.

Memo

These statistics show quarterly and monthly weather trends for: temperatures heating degree days wind speed sun hours rainfall They provide contextual information for consumption patterns in energy, referenced in the Energy Trends chapters for each energy type. Trends in wind speeds, sun hours and rainfall provide contextual information for trends in renewable electricity generation. All these tables are published monthly, on the last Thursday of each month. The data is 1 month in arrears. Contact us If you have questions about this content, please email: energy.stats@energysecurity.gov.uk .