Weather Vocab
What is the term for the average weather conditions in a place over many years?
Climate
What tool do we use to measure temperature?
Thermometer
What type of cloud is fluffy and white and looks like cotton?
Cumulus +1
When there is a lot of clouds in the sky it will feel ____________ because there will be (more/less) sun shining through.
cooler, less
What is the loudest nature sound?
Thunder
This term describes the condition of the atmosphere at a given time and place.
Weather
What instrument measures how fast the wind is blowing?
Anemometer
These clouds are high in the sky and look thin and look like horses tail. What are they?
Cirrus clouds
Marie wrote down the temperatures every 3 hours. What would a good estimate be for 4pm?
8am-70F
11am-72F
2pm-73F
4pm-??
A.54F
B. 92
C. 32F
D. 72F
D
When the temperature drops below freezing (32°F), water turns into this.
Ice
What word describes a long period of time with little or no rain?
Drought +2
This tool collects rain to measure how much falls. What is it?
What type of cloud is flat, layered and can cover the whole sky? Like a gray blanket
Stratus Clouds
How do meteorologist gather information?
Weather Journal, tools, observations, graphs
If there are some clouds in the sky, how can we describe that?
Partly cloudy
What do we call strong winds that rotate in a funnel shape?
Tornado
What device do meteorologists use to forecast the weather by measuring air pressure?
Barometer
Free point
Free point
A severe weather warning that includes heavy rain, lightning, and strong winds is called
Thunderstorm
What is a cloud at ground level called?
Fog
A person who studies weather called..
Meterologists
This instrument shows which direction the wind is blowing. What is it called?
Wind Vane +1
What type of cloud is known for thunderstorms?
cumulonimbus clouds
What is the main source of energy that drives our weather?
The sun
What is the continuous movement of water in the environment called?
Water Cycle +4