What are storms, flooding, drought and extreme cold weather are collectively called?

The UK is often hit with storms resulting in very heavy rain. What are these weather systems called?

What is a tornado?

How many different types of flooding affect the UK?

What type of flooding occurs when a deep depression and strong winds brings a storm surge to a major river estuary?

What type of flooding occurs when high-intensity rainfall brings flash flooding especially on steep slopes?

What type of flooding occurs when a long period of steady rainfall gradually saturates the catchment soil?

What type of flooding occurs when intense rainfall collects in hollows and depressions where homes are located?

What is a drought?

A drought in the UK means less than 0.2mm over what period of time?

The longest drought in Britain occurred in 1975. How long did it last?

What was the highest temperature recorded in the UK, in Faversham, in 2003?

Which of the following is NOT a weather condition associated with cold weather?

What is the best description of weather?

What is best description of climate?

On average how many people are struck by lightning, per year, in the UK?

From which country does the UK sometimes get battered by the remnants of hurricanes?

In 2014 what wind speeds were recorded in Aberdaron, Wales?

Why does extreme weather occur in the UK?

Which of the following in not a hazard associated with thunderstorms?

Which of the following is not a hazard associated with drought?

What type of climate does the UK generally have?

The UK weather is affected by South-Westerly prevailing winds. Where do these come from?

Persistent rain can lead to flooding. What other factor may affect flooding in the Winter and Spring?

Frost is a problem during the Winter. At what temperature might crops and cattle not survive the extremes of cold?