1. Weather
To start… Think of six careers/ jobs where knowing weather conditions is crucial?
What we are going to learn about:
The weather and its elements.
How we measure the weather.

2. Use the online dictionary to research the meaning of the following geographical keywords. Click here for dictionary.
Keywords
Keywords
Definitions
Weather
Weather Forecast
Weather Station
Meteorologist
Meteorology

3. Use the online dictionary to research the meaning of the following geographical keywords. Click here for dictionary.
Keywords
Keywords
Definitions
Weather
The weather is the condition of the atmosphere in one area at a particular time, for example if it is raining, hot, or windy.
Weather Forecast
A weather forecast is a statement saying what the weather will be like the next day or for the next few days.
Weather Station
A weather station is a place where facts about the weather are measured, recorded, monitored and studied.
Meteorology
The study of the earth's atmosphere, esp of weather-forming processes and weatherforecasting
Meteorologist
The person who studies and forecasts weather.

4. Weather Conditions Wind Speed Wind Direction Temperature Humidity
Weather is made up of the following elements. Research and create a weather forecast for each element. (Use your own location)
Weather Conditions
Wind Speed
Wind Direction
Temperature
Humidity
Atmospheric Pressure
Precipitation
Clouds
Sun
What websites did you use?

5. Weather Stations This is an image of Valentia weather station.
Click here to locate your nearest weather station from the map…

6. Weather
What instruments are used to measure each of the following weather elements?
Weather Element
Instrument Used
Temperature
Humidity
Wind Speed
Wind Direction
Atmospheric Pressure
Precipitation
Sun

7. Weather
What instruments are used to measure each of the following weather elements?
Weather Element
Instrument Used
Temperature
Thermometer
Humidity
Hygrometer
Wind Speed
Anemometer
Wind Direction
Wind Vane
Atmospheric Pressure
Barometer
Precipitation
Rain Gauge
Sun
Campbell Strokes Recorder

8. Measuring Instruments Campbell Stokes Recorder
Can you name and describe the following instruments? How does each instrument work?
Anemometer
Campbell Stokes Recorder
Wind Vane
Rain Gauge
Thermometer

9. Research Description Labelled Diagram How to Use It
Research each of the instruments used to measure weather elements. Include the following sections….
Research
Description
Labelled Diagram
How to Use It

10. Thermometer
Hydrometer
Barometer

11. Wind Vane
Anemometer
Rain Gauge