Yorkshire Centre of the Royal Meteorological Society

The Yorkshire Centre is one of several local centres around the UK that organise regular meetings for those interested in all aspects of meteorology. Speakers present talks on a variety of topics and the meetings provide an opportunity to meet other members socially.

All meetings are held in the Level 8 Seminar Room, School of Earth and Environment, University of Leeds, (directions and map are on the contact page). Tea and coffee is provided in the common room from 6:30pm, talks all start at 7pm and last about an hour. The talks are free and open to members and non-members alike.

For regular updates about the meetings join our facebook group: Royal Meteorological Society - Yorkshire Local Centre or twitter account: RMetSoc_Yorkshire.

Powerpoint presentations from most of the past talks are now available from the Past Talks page. If you would like the password please email the committee - addresses are on the Contacts Page.

Next Talk: 20th June 2012 7pm

Antarctica from the Ocean

by Dr Sarah Norris, University of Leeds.

An insight into what it is like to be sent to Antarctica to work on a research ship studying the interactions between the atmosphere and the ocean. Also find out what it is like to live and work in the Southern Ocean, what happens when a storm hits, and how to get your sea legs; discover the local wildlife and landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula and Islands and how you can swim in the Southern Ocean without getting cold.

Summer Social - Gliding and BBQ - 26th May 2012

Experience the weather in motion in a glider at Yorkshire Gliding Club, and see the atmosphere from a different perspective! Those not wishing to fly can join us for a BBQ to enjoy the sun setting over the Vale of York. See future talks page for more information.