The Royal Meteorological Society has announced the winners of this year’s Standard Chartered Weather Photographer of the Year Competition, celebrating ten years of the competition.

Chosen from over 4,000 images received from photographers from 84 countries – the judges’ winners were chosen by an international panel of experts from the fields of weather and climate, photography and journalism, including members of the ITV Weather team.  

In addition, the public voted for their favourite. View the Winners’ Gallery.

Professor Liz Bentley, Chief Executive of the Royal Meteorological Society, commented:

“A huge congratulations to all our winners and runners-up – the standard of the photographs submitted this year were incredibly high. The images showcase the weather and climate in its pure beauty and intensity extremely well. From the increasing effects of storms in Texas, US, to a rare viewpoint of a full circular rainbow, we are shown the power of the weather, through extremely talented photographers’ eyes. We have images which tell the ever-urgent message that climate change is having a deep impact on a global level, acting as a reminder that vital action is needed. Thank you to our partners who have made this competition in its special tenth year, possible.”

Marisa Drew, Chief Sustainability Officer at Standard Chartered, commented:  

“This year’s winning images showcase the incredible talent of the professional and amateur photographers whose work highlights the emotional connection photography creates in raising awareness of our changing climate. We’re proud to support this competition, which reinforces the urgent need to adapt, respond and build resilience to climate impacts across our markets. Congratulations to all the winners and runners-up and thank you to everyone who entered.”  

View the Winners’ Gallery