London - join in nature activities and learn more about our climate

Discover our urban climate

We want to improve our understanding of urban weather and climate.

At Imperial College, London we are developing a model to predict the impact of climate change on people, cities and ecosystems.

We have placed weather stations throughout London to help test this model with real observations. You can view readings from these stations in real time.

Get involved with OPAL London:

We organise many talks and activities that you can join in. They are a great way to learn more about climate, the issues we face and the action you can take.

Weather and climate talks

We give fun presentations on weather and climate change to schools and groups of all ages. If you'd be interested in arranging a talk, just email n.sparks07@imperial.ac.uk.

Discover more about clouds and win £25

What are the different types of cloud and how are they formed? Watch our short film about clouds and answer a few questions for your chance to win £25.

Take part in an OPAL activities and national surveys

Learn more about our environment by taking part in the OPAL national surveys. If you'd lke to receive a survey pack or are interested in us helping with a surveying event, email n.sparks07@imperial.ac.uk.

We also run a number of free nature and wildlife activities that you can get involved in. Get in touch to find out more.
 

What is the weather like near you?

See detailed information from our weather stations in real time. Simply select your local area from the site list.

Contact us
n.sparks07@imperial.ac.uk

Upcoming events

4-5 February 2012 - Hoverfly Identification Course, 10.00-17.00
Location: Angela Marmont Centre, Natural History Museum, London

Discover the fascinating world of hoverflies with experts from the Hoverfly Recording Scheme. Tea and coffee will be provided but please bring lunch, or use the Museum cafes. There will be a charge of £10-£15 to cover the travel expenses of the course leaders. For more details and to book a place contact Hannah Cornish, h.cornish@nhm.ac.uk.

OPAL London is led by Imperial College, London

London partners: Horniman Museum, air pollution research forum APRIL and the Royal Meteorological Society