Diamond mining, a process often involving vast open pits, is inherently susceptible to environmental factors. Among the most significant of these is heavy rainfall, which can lead directly to flooding events that cause substantial delays and dis...

Many people claim they can feel changes in the weather coming – perhaps an ache in their joints signals rain, or a headache brews before a storm. This phenomenon, sometimes called 'meteoropathy' or weather sensitivity, is a common experience, bu...

Extreme weather events increasingly impact cities worldwide, demanding urgent action. Recognizing this, OpenWeather was proud to be a co-organiser organizer of the recent Healthy People, Healthy Planet (HP2) workshop, hosted at Imperial College ...

The Olympic Games represent the pinnacle of athletic achievement, a global celebration uniting nations in sport. Behind the spectacular performances and passionate crowds, however, lies a complex logistical operation where one unpredictable fact...

Air pollution is a pervasive global issue, an often unseen threat impacting the health of the world’s population and the environment we depend on. While we breathe air constantly, its quality can harbour dangers with significant consequences.

Have you ever sworn your joints ache more just before a storm? Or felt inexplicably sluggish and heavy on a day with oppressive high pressure, even if the sun is out? You are certainly not alone. The connection between weather patterns and how w...

The Arctic, a vast region centered around the North Pole, plays a critical role in regulating Earth's climate system. The region has an apparent abundance of ice in the form of sea ice floating on the ocean, glaciers capping mountains, and the m...

Beyond its impact on daily life, weather significantly influences financial markets. From individual company stocks to commodity prices and even potentially broader indices, atmospheric conditions play a crucial role that sophisticated traders a...

Weather can significantly influence consumer behavior, and marketers can use this to create more cost-effective and targeted advertising campaigns. OpenWeather provides the tools to develop dynamic, weather-responsive ads, improving relevance an...