National Meteorological Library and Archive

Many people have an interest in the weather and the processes that cause it, which is why the National Meteorological Library and Archive is open to everyone.

Changes to our online catalogue

The Library and Archive will be introducing a new online catalogue early in 2010. This is to give customers advance notice to expect some changes. More details will be posted here soon.

Closure of National Meteorological Archive

The National Meteorological Archive will be closed to visitors for stocktaking and other essential collection-management tasks from 1-12 February 2010 inclusive.


Library information

Opening times, location and contact details for the library in Exeter.

Archive information

Opening times, location and contact details for our archive locations.  

What we hold

Our collection is one of the most comprehensive on meteorology anywhere.

Online catalogue

You can search the library and archive collections via our online catalogue.

Using the Library and Archive

The library can offer a range of services to help you get the most from the information we hold.

Learn more about the weather

Fact sheets, subject guides and charts from key dates, giving an introduction to meteorology.