Standard Chartered Weather Photographer of the Year 2025 Winners Introduced

The Royal Meteorological Society has introduced the winners of this yr’s Standard Chartered Weather Photographer of the Year Competition, celebrating ten years of the competitors.

Chosen from over 4,000 pictures acquired from photographers from 84 international locations – the judges’ winners had been chosen by a global panel of specialists from the fields of climate and local weather, images and journalism, together with members of the ITV Weather crew.  

In addition, the general public voted for his or her favorite. 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