03 | Weather Forecast

Today you will learn 5 new English words related to "Weather Forecast"

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SEWT Team
August 20, 2025

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Understanding “weather forecasts” is an important topic for you, an ESL learner, because it helps you plan your day, dress appropriately, and stay safe in changing conditions. Whether you're deciding what to wear, scheduling outdoor activities, or preparing for storms, being able to understand and talk about the weather is a practical daily skill. Mastering today’s vocabulary will help you follow forecasts confidently and communicate clearly about weather conditions. Let’s jump right in!

5 TERMS

  1. Forecast (Noun / Verb): A prediction or report of future weather conditions.

  2. Temperature (Noun): A measure of how hot or cold something is, usually in degrees.

  3. Humidity (Noun): The amount of moisture or water vapor in the air.

  4. Precipitation (Noun): Any form of water, such as rain, snow, or hail, that falls from the sky.

  5. Severe (Adjective): Extreme or dangerous, often used to describe weather.

EXAMPLE SENTENCES

  1. Forecast

    • The weather forecast says it will rain tomorrow.

    • I always check the forecast before planning a picnic.

    • The meteorologist forecasted snow for the weekend.

  2. Temperature

    • The temperature dropped below freezing last night.

    • Today’s temperature is perfect for a walk.

    • Check the temperature before choosing your outfit.

  3. Humidity 

    • The humidity is very high today, so it feels hotter than it is.

    • Some people find it hard to breathe when the humidity is high.

    • The weather app shows both the temperature and the humidity.

  4. Precipitation

    • The forecast includes a chance of precipitation in the evening.

    • Precipitation is expected to continue throughout the night.

    • There was no precipitation yesterday, just cloudy skies.

  5. Severe

    • A severe thunderstorm warning was issued this afternoon.

    • Severe weather can cause power outages and road closures.

    • They canceled the outdoor event due to severe winds.

EXAMPLE PARAGRAPH

Before leaving the house, it's helpful to check the weather forecast so you know what to expect. You might see that the temperature will rise in the afternoon, or that there’s a chance of precipitation later in the day. If the humidity is high, it might feel warmer than the actual number shows. Always take extra care when severe weather is expected to keep yourself and your family safe.