Seasons and Weather Vocabulary

Seasons and weather vocabulary

This is a list of vocabulary items related to the seasons of the year and the weather.

The seasons of the year:

Summer

In summary,

it’s hot. it’s sunny. people go to the beach. people usually go on holiday.

Autumn

In autumn,

it’s often windy. it’s cloudy. it’s a bit cold.

Winter

In winter,

it’s very cold. it rains. it’s rainy. it snows. it’s snowy.

Spring

In spring,

it’s warm. it’s nice. people go on a picnic.

Weather Vocabulary

Useful weather expressions

Here is a list of useful weather expressions:

Questions about the weather

1. How’s the weather today?
2. How’s the weather?
3. What’s the temperature today?
4. What’s the weather forecast?
5. What’s the temperature outside?
6. Is it windy today?
7. Are we expecting any storms today?
8. How’s the visibility outside?
9. Is it warm enough to go swimming?
10. Is it foggy out there?
11. Do you think it’ll clear up later?
12. Is it still raining outside?
13. What’s the weather going to be like tomorrow?
14. Are we in for a heatwave?

Responses to questions about the weather

Here’s a list of weather expressions with examples:

1. It’s Sunny: The sky is clear and the sun is shining.
   • Similar expressions: “The sun is shining”, “the sky is clear”
     • Example:
       • “It’s a beautiful day outside, very sunny and warm.”
       • “It’s a beautiful day. the sun is shining.”
       • “They said it would rain, yet the sky is clear.”
2. Cloudy: The sky is covered with clouds, blocking the sunlight.
   • Similar expressions:” It’s overcast”, “It’s gloomy”, “It’s grey.”
     • Examples:
       • “The weather forecast says it will be mostly cloudy today.”
       • “The sky is overcast, it looks like rain.”
       • “It’s a bit gloomy today, isn’t it?”
       • “The sky is grey and cloudy, not the best weather for a picnic.”
       • “Tomorrow is expected to be partly cloudy, with some sunshine.”
3. Overcast: The sky is completely covered with clouds, often dark.
   • Example: “The day remained overcast, with no sign of the sun.”
4. Rainy: Water falls from the sky in the form of raindrops.
   • Similar expressions: “It’s pouring rain”, “It’s raining cats and dogs.”
     • Examples:
       • “We had a rainy day yesterday, so I stayed indoors.”
       • “We got caught in a sudden downpour, it’s pouring rain outside.”
       • “Be careful driving, it’s raining cats and dogs out there.”
5. Drizzle: Very light rain falling in fine drops.
   • Similar expressions: “It’s sprinkling”, “It’s misting”.
     • Example:
       • “The weather today is just drizzling, not heavy rain.”
       • “It’s just sprinkling outside, not heavy rain.”
       • “The weather is misting lightly, perfect for a walk with an umbrella.”
6. Downpour: A heavy fall of rain in a short period of time.
   • Similar expressions:” It’s raining heavily”, “It’s a torrential downpour”.
     • Examples:
       • “We got caught in a sudden downpour on our walk.”
       • “We had a heavy downpour last night, the streets are flooded.”
       • “The weather forecast warned of a torrential downpour.”
7. Thunderstorm: A storm with thunder and lightning, often accompanied by heavy rain.
   • Similar expressions: “It’s stormy”, “It’s thunder and lightning.”
     • Examples:
       • “The thunderstorm last night woke me up, it was so loud!”
       • “It’s stormy outside, I heard thunder.”
       • “Stay indoors, it’s thunder and lightning out there.”
8. Snowy: The weather when snow is falling or lying on the ground.
   • Similar expressions: “It’s snowing”, “It’s a snowstorm.”
     • Examples:
       • “It’s a snowy day today, perfect for building snowmen!”
       • “It’s snowing heavily outside, everything is covered in white.”
       • “The weather forecast says we’re in for a snowstorm tonight.”
9. Blizzard: A severe snowstorm with strong winds and reduced visibility.
   • Similar expressions: “It’s a snow blizzard”, “It’s a whiteout.”
     • Examples:
       • “The blizzard last winter caused a lot of traffic problems.”
       • “Be careful, it’s a snow blizzard outside.”
       • “The blizzard caused a whiteout, I couldn’t see anything.”
10. Foggy: The air is filled with thick mist, reducing visibility.
    • Similar expressions: “It’s misty”, “It’s hazy”.
      • Examples:
        • “The weather is misty today, I can barely see ahead.”
        • “The city is covered in haze, it’s quite foggy.”
11. Windy: There is a lot of movement in the air, with strong gusts of wind.
    • Similar expression: “It’s blustery.”
      • Examples:
        • “It’s a blustery day, the wind is really picking up.”
        • “It’s quite windy today, hold onto your hats!”
12. Breezy: The wind is gentle and pleasant.
    • Example: “It’s quite breezy today, perfect for flying a kite.”
13. Hot: The temperature is high, causing discomfort.
    • Similar expressions: “It’s scorching”, “It’s sweltering.”
      • Examples:
        • “It’s scorching hot outside, I’m melting!”
        • “The weather is sweltering, I need to find some shade.”
14. Warm: The temperature is moderately high, comfortable for most people.
    • Similar expressions:” It’s balmy”, “It’s pleasant.”
      • Examples:
        • “It’s warm today!”
        • “It’s a balmy day, perfect for a stroll.”
        • “The weather is pleasant, not too hot or too cold.”
15. Cold: The temperature is low, often causing shivering.
    • Similar expressions:“ It’s chilly”, “It’s frigid.”
      • Examples:
        • “I need to bundle up, it’s so cold outside.”
        • “It’s chilly outside, you might need a jacket.”
        • “The weather is frigid, I can’t feel my fingers.”
16. Freezing: Extremely cold temperatures, often below zero.
    • Similar expressions: “It’s icy”, “It’s bitterly cold.”
      • Examples:
        • “It’s freezing outside, don’t forget your gloves!”
        • “It’s icy cold outside, don’t forget your gloves!”
        • “The wind makes it feel bitterly cold.”
17. Mild: Pleasantly warm, neither too hot nor too cold.
    • Similar expressions: “It’s temperate”, “It’s moderate.”
      • Examples:
        • “The weather is quite mild for this time of year.”
        • “It’s a temperate day, neither too hot nor too cold.”
        • “The weather is moderate, perfect for outdoor activities.”
18. Humid: The air contains a lot of moisture, making it feel sticky.
    • Similar expressions: “It’s muggy”, “It’s steamy.”
      • Examples:
        • “It’s so humid today, I feel like I’m swimming in the air.”
        • “It’s so muggy outside, the air feels heavy.”
        • “The weather is steamy, I can’t wait for a cool breeze.”
19. Dry: Lacking moisture in the air.
    • Similar expressions: “It’s arid”, “It’s parched.”
      • Example:
        • “The weather in the desert is usually very dry.”
        • “The weather in the desert is arid.”
        • “The plants look parched, it’s so dry outside.”

10 common weather idioms

Here are 10 weather idioms, along with their meanings:

1. Under the weather:
   • Meaning: Feeling ill or unwell.
   • Example: “I think I’ll stay home today; I’m feeling a bit under the weather.”
2. A storm in a teacup:
   • Meaning: A lot of fuss about something that is not important.
   • Example: “Their argument was just a storm in a teacup; they’ll be friends again by tomorrow.”
3. Come rain or shine:
   • Meaning: No matter what happens, regardless of the weather.
   • Example: “She goes for a jog every morning, come rain or shine.”
4. Take a rain check:
   • Meaning: Postpone a plan or invitation to a later date.
   • Example: “I’m busy tonight, but can I take a rain check on dinner?”
5. Save for a rainy day:
   • Meaning: Put something aside for a future time of need or trouble.
   • Example: “It’s wise to save a little money each month for a rainy day.”
6. Chasing rainbows:
   • Meaning: Pursuing unrealistic or unattainable goals.
   • Example: “If you think you can become a millionaire overnight, you’re just chasing rainbows.”
7. Fair-weather friend:
   • Meaning: Someone who is only a friend when things are going well.
   • Example: “He’s just a fair-weather friend; he disappears when times get tough.”
8. Break the ice:
   • Meaning: To initiate conversation in a social setting.
   • Example: “To break the ice at the party, I told a funny story.”
9. The calm before the storm:
   • Meaning: A period of quiet before a time of great activity or trouble.
   • Example: “The office was unusually quiet, a calm before the storm of the upcoming project deadline.”
10. Snowed under:
    • Meaning: Overwhelmed with too much work or responsibilities.
    • Example: “I can’t go out tonight; I’m completely snowed under with assignments.”

These idioms are widely used in English and can add color and expressiveness to your language.

Related Pages:

• Listen to the seasons’ poem.
• Exercise on seasons and weather vocabulary