weather

/ˈwɛðə/noun

The condition of the atmosphere in a place at a given moment, covering things like temperature, humidity, clouds, rain, and wind.

Example sentences

“The weather turned cold and rainy just as we left for the picnic.”
“Let's check the weather before we plan the hike.”

Not to be confused with 'whether'. 'Under the weather' means slightly unwell, and to 'weather a storm' is to survive a difficult period.

Often confused with weather

weather vs whether
weather vs climate: climate (noun): The usual weather conditions of a place over a long period of time.

Related words

stormA spell of severe weather with heavy rain, snow, or hail, often accompanied by thunder and lightning.islandA piece of land, smaller than a continent, that has water on every side.thunderThe deep rumbling or crashing noise that follows a lightning flash, produced when the heated air around the bolt expands suddenly.valleyA long, low stretch of land lying between hills or mountains, often with a river running along it.lightningA sudden bright flash caused by a powerful electrical discharge inside a cloud, between clouds, or between a cloud and the ground.desertA dry, empty region with very little rain, water, or plant life.