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Vocabulary: Weather, Seasons, and Temperature

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Dramatic lightning bolt over the ocean at night, illuminating the coastal landscape.
A stunning aerial view capturing a storm approaching an island village along the coast.

☀️ Types of Weather

  1. Sunny – Bright and full of sunlight.
    Example: It’s a sunny day; let’s go to the park!
  2. Cloudy – Covered with clouds; no direct sunlight.
  3. Rainy – Having rain; wet weather.
  4. Stormy – Windy with thunder and lightning.
  5. Snowy – Covered with snow; cold and white.
  6. Windy – Strong winds blowing.
  7. Foggy – Low visibility due to mist or fog.
  8. Hazy – Slightly obscured by fine dust or smoke.
  9. Humid – Hot and damp; a lot of moisture in the air.
  10. Dry – No rain or moisture; arid.

🌡️ Describing Temperature

  1. Hot – Very warm; often uncomfortable.
  2. Warm – Mildly hot; pleasant.
  3. Cool – Slightly cold but not freezing.
  4. Cold – Low temperature; chilly.
  5. Freezing – Extremely cold; below 0°C or 32°F.
  6. Boiling – Extremely hot; often used figuratively.
    Example: It’s boiling outside; stay hydrated.

🌦️ Weather Conditions

  1. Rain – Water falling from the sky.
  2. Drizzle – Light rain.
  3. Snowfall – Snow coming down.
  4. Thunder – Loud rumbling sound during a storm.
  5. Lightning – Bright flashes of electricity in the sky.
  6. Hail – Small ice pellets falling during a storm.
  7. Drought – A long period without rain.
  8. Flood – Excessive rain causing water to overflow.

🌳 Seasons

  1. Spring – The season of new growth, flowers, and mild weather.
    Months: March to May in many regions.
  2. Summer – Hot weather; perfect for beaches and outdoor activities.
    Months: June to August in many regions.
  3. Autumn/Fall – Cooler weather; leaves change color and fall.
    Months: September to November in many regions.
  4. Winter – Cold weather; often snowy or icy in many places.
    Months: December to February in many regions.

⏱️ Useful Weather Phrases

  1. “What’s the weather like today?”
    Answer: It’s sunny and warm.
  2. “How’s the temperature outside?”
    Answer: It’s freezing, so wear a coat.
  3. “It looks like it might rain.”
  4. “The weather forecast predicts snow tomorrow.”

🌟 Practice Questions

  1. Describe the weather in your city during spring.
  2. What does “humid” mean?
  3. Name three types of precipitation.
  4. How would you describe a hot summer day?

🚨 Fun Facts

  • Tornadoes are spinning columns of air that can cause destruction.
  • Hurricanes and typhoons are powerful storms formed over the ocean.
  • The coldest recorded temperature on Earth was -128.6°F (-89.2°C) in Antarctica!

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