Describing the Weather in English
Weather is an important topic in daily conversations. Whether you're planning a trip or just talking about the day, being able to describe the weather in English can help you connect with others. In this blog, I'll share useful vocabulary to describe the weather. First, we'll look at 20 basic weather-related words for beginners, and then we'll dive into more advanced terms for learners who want to take their English skills to the next level.
Basic Weather Vocabulary for Beginners
sunny – มีแสงแดดมาก
It’s sunny today, so I’m going to the beach.cloudy – มีเมฆ
It’s cloudy right now, and it looks like it might rain.rainy – ซึ่งมีฝนตก
It’s rainy this afternoon, so don’t forget your umbrella.windy – มีลม(แรง)
It’s really windy today; I almost lost my hat.hot – ร้อน
It’s hot outside, so I’m drinking a cold drink.cold – หนาว
It’s cold this morning, so I need to wear a jacket.clear – ฟ้าโปร่ง
The sky is clear tonight, so we can see the stars.foggy – มีหมอก
It’s very foggy this morning, so be careful when driving.stormy – มีพายุ
It’s stormy outside, and I can hear thunder.dry – แห้ง
The weather is dry in the desert.humid – ชื้น
It’s very humid today, and I feel sticky.cool – เย็น
It’s cool in the evening, a perfect time for a walk.thunder – ฟ้าร้อง
I heard thunder in the distance, so it may rain soon.snowy – มีหิมะตก
It’s snowy in the mountains right now.misty – มีหมอกบาง
The morning was misty, but the sun is coming out now.freezing – หนาวเย็นจัด
It’s freezing outside; make sure you wear gloves.lightning – ฟ้าผ่า
I saw lightning in the sky during the storm.chilly – หนาวเย็น
It’s a little chilly today, so I need a sweater.breezy – ลมพัดเบาๆ
It’s breezy on the beach, which makes it feel nice.dew – น้ำค้าง
There’s dew on the grass this morning because of the cool night.
Advanced Weather Vocabulary for Learners
scorching – ร้อนระอุ
The scorching heat of the desert makes it hard to walk.drizzly – ฝนตกปรอยๆ
It’s drizzly outside, so I brought an umbrella just in case.sizzling – ร้อนจัด
The sizzling sun makes it difficult to stay outside for too long.overcast – มีเมฆมาก
The sky is overcast today, and it feels like it might rain soon.bitter – หนาวจัด
The bitter cold in the winter can be hard to bear without proper clothing.gusty – มีลมแรง
It’s gusty near the coast, so it might be dangerous for sailing.sweltering – ร้อนจัด
The sweltering temperatures make it feel like summer in the city.hail – ลูกเห็บ
We had hail earlier, and the ground is covered with ice.damp – ชื้นแฉะ
The air feels damp after the rain, and everything is wet.torrential – (เกี่ยวกับฝน) ตกหนัก
The torrential rain made the roads very slippery.blustery – ลมแรง
The blustery weather is causing the leaves to fly around.frigid – หนาวมาก
The frigid temperatures make it hard to enjoy outdoor activities.sultry – อบอ้าว
The sultry air of the summer evening makes it feel so warm.partly cloudy – มีเมฆบางส่วน
It’s partly cloudy today, with some sun peeking through.gloomy – มืดคลึ้ม
The sky is very gloomy today; I can barely see the sun.temperate – อากาศปานกลาง
The temperate weather in this region makes it perfect for growing crops.sporadic – เป็นครั้งคราว
We may experience sporadic showers throughout the day.inclement – (เกี่ยวกับอากาศ) หนาวหรือเปียกจนไม่น่าเพลิดเพลิน
Inclement weather caused the event to be postponed.
unsettled – ไม่แน่นอน
The weather looks unsettled with sudden changes between sun and rain.thick – หนา
The fog is thick today, and it's hard to see very far ahead.
Conclusion
Being able to describe the weather in English can improve your communication skills and make you sound more fluent. With these 40 weather-related words, you can start conversations about the weather at any level. Whether you're talking about a sunny day or a stormy evening, these words will help you express yourself clearly in English. Happy learning!
