Weather and Temperature

a period in the summer during which wind blows and rain falls in India or other hot South Asian countries

Farmers eagerly anticipate the monsoon season as it brings much-needed rainfall to replenish parched fields and ensure a successful harvest.

water in forms such as rain, snow, hail, or sleet that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface

The weather forecast predicts heavy precipitation tomorrow.

the tiny water drops that form on cool surfaces during the night, caused by condensation

The morning dew glistened on the grass, sparkling like diamonds in the early sunlight.

(in meteorology) a line on a map or chart connecting points that have the same atmospheric pressure at a given moment

The meteorologist drew isobars to predict wind patterns.

a scale devised to estimate wind speeds based on the observed effects of the wind on the sea surface and land features

Sailors on the ship estimated the wind strength using the Beaufort Scale, observing the sea conditions and movement of waves.

frozen raindrops or partially melted snowflakes that fall as ice pellets

The weather forecast predicts a mix of rain and sleet tomorrow morning.

a meteorological phenomenon characterized by a dense, widespread snowfall that significantly reduces visibility, often resulting in a featureless landscape

During the whiteout, it was nearly impossible to distinguish the road from the surrounding fields.

a large Pacific salmon valued as food, whose adults die after spawning

Fishermen caught several Chinook in the river this morning.

a drastic and sudden rush of wind

A sudden gust of wind rattled the windows, causing the curtains to billow into the room.

partially melted snow or ice, often forming a wet and muddy mixture

The streets turned into slush after the snow started to melt in the warmer weather.

a sudden, intense, and brief storm characterized by strong winds and often accompanied by rain or snow

The sailors encountered a squall while navigating the open sea, testing their seamanship skills.

a sudden and rapid flooding of a normally dry area, often caused by heavy rainfall or the sudden release of water

The desert experienced a flash flood after a torrential downpour, transforming dry riverbeds into rushing streams.

a decorative brooch or ornament featuring a pattern that resembles the sun, often jeweled

She pinned a gold sunburst to her jacket.

a weather phenomenon with an extensive circulation of winds around a central region of high barometric pressure that is connected with calm and fine weather

The anticyclone settled over the region, bringing clear skies and warm temperatures for the weekend.

loud, noisy commotion or turbulence

The bluster in the streets made it hard to hear the announcement.

pleasantly warm, mild, and soothing

The balmy breeze rustled the leaves, bringing a sense of tranquility to the garden.

extremely hot and uncomfortable, often causing sweating

The sweltering heat made it feel like an oven outside.

characterized by intense and oppressive heat

The desert experienced torrid temperatures, reaching well above 100 degrees Fahrenheit.

to produce a hissing noise, resembling the noise made when frying food

The bacon began to sizzle in the hot pan.

to make excessively dry by removing moisture from an object, substance, or surface

The week-long heat wave parched crops across the region.

the process of combustion of inflammable materials producing heat and light and (often) smoke

having a lack of enthusiasm or interest

The audience's response to the performance was lukewarm, with only a few scattered applause.

characterized by high humidity and oppressive warmth

The city experienced a muggy afternoon with high humidity levels, prompting residents to seek relief indoors.

(of weather) having a sharp, cold quality

The morning air was nippy, signaling the arrival of fall.

the northernmost regions of the Earth, located above the Arctic Circle around the North Pole

Polar bears are native to the Arctic.

relating to a large mass of compressed ice like those near the poles or on mountains

They studied the glacial formations in the Arctic region.

extremely cold

The algid wind swept through the mountain pass, causing an immediate drop in temperature.