Weather Instruments Knowledge Check

Front

What instrument measures wind speed?

Back

Anemometer

Front

What instrument shows the direction of the wind?

Back

Wind Vane

Front

What instrument tells you the temperature outside?

Back

Thermometer

Front

What instrument collects rain to measure rainfall?

Back

Rain Gauge

Front

What do you call the tool that measures how fast the wind is blowing?

Back

Anemometer

Front

What is the purpose of a wind vane?

Back

To show the direction of the wind.

Front

If you feel hot outside, which instrument would help you know the temperature?

Back

Thermometer

Front

What instrument would you use to find out if it rained yesterday?

Back

Rain Gauge

Front

What instrument would you look at to see if the wind is blowing from the north?

Back

Wind Vane

Front

Which instrument would you use to check if it's windy enough to fly a kite?

Back

Anemometer