Mastering the Weather: Essential  Vocabulary for Intermediate Learners

Talking About the Weather Vocabulary 1

Light rain falling in very fine drops.

Examples:
It's just a drizzle, so you don't need an umbrella (noun)

The wind suddenly shifted, and a cold drizzle started to fall, soaking our clothes. (verb)

Containing a lot of moisture in the air, making it feel uncomfortably wet and hot.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: The air was so humid that our beach towels hanging on the line never really got dry.

A severe winter storm with strong winds, heavy snowfall, and low visibility.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The roads were closed due to the blizzard conditions.

Thick mist that reduces visibility near the ground.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: It's so foggy this morning, I can barely see across the street.

Having a gentle wind blowing.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: It's a beautiful, breezy day, perfect for a walk.

Slightly cold, making you feel uncomfortable.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: Wear a jacket; it's a bit chilly out tonight.

Heavy rain falling rapidly.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The sudden downpour forced us to run for cover.

A long period of unusually hot and dry weather.

Part of speech: noun

Example: Many schools closed due to the ongoing heatwave.

A long period of abnormally dry weather, leading to a shortage of water.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The region has been suffering from a severe drought for months.

Characterised by bright sunlight having a clear sky with no clouds blocking the sun.

Part of Speech: adjective

Example Sentence: Let's go for a walk in the park while it's still sunny outside.