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What's the UK's climate like?

The UK is known for its temperate maritime climate, meaning it's generally mild with changeable weather, influenced by the Atlantic Ocean. We rarely experience extreme heat for prolonged periods compared to many other countries. This story reinforces that even significant temperature rises, like 25C, are often just a temporary warm spell within our typical variable weather patterns.

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