Weather Tools and Instruments

Grade 2 · Science · Flashcards

Practice the names and uses of tools scientists use to measure and track weather.

Flashcards

Thermometer: Measures temperature — how hot or cold the air is. Temperature is shown in degrees.
Rain Gauge: Measures how much rain has fallen. It collects rainwater in a tube and shows the amount in inches or centimeters.
Wind Vane (Weather Vane): Shows which direction the wind is blowing. The arrow points into the wind.
Anemometer: Measures how fast the wind is blowing (wind speed). It has spinning cups that catch the wind.
Barometer: Measures air pressure. Falling pressure often means rain is coming; rising pressure means fair weather.
Hygrometer: Measures humidity — the amount of water vapor (moisture) in the air.
Weather Map: A map that shows weather conditions across a large area, used by meteorologists.
Meteorologist: A scientist who studies and forecasts weather.
Forecast: A prediction of what the weather will be like in the future.
Precipitation: Water that falls from the sky, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.
Temperature: How warm or cool something is, measured in degrees Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C).
Humidity: The amount of water vapor in the air. High humidity makes the air feel sticky and damp.