Reading a Weather Map Flashcard

Front

What type of weather occurs after a cold front passes?

Back

Clear, dry, and sunny.

Front

Why does city 'B' have clear skies?

Back

It is located near a high pressure system.

Front

What do the letters 'H' and 'L' represent on a weather map?

Back

High and low pressure systems.

Front

What is the symbol for a stationary front?

Back

Stationary Front.

Front

What is the best forecast for Chicago on Saturday?

Back

Sunny skies.

Front

What is a cold front?

Back

A boundary where a cold air mass replaces a warm air mass.

Front

What is a warm front?

Back

A boundary where a warm air mass replaces a cold air mass.

Front

What weather is typically associated with high pressure systems?

Back

Clear skies and calm weather.

Front

What weather is typically associated with low pressure systems?

Back

Cloudy skies and precipitation.

Front

What does a weather map show?

Back

The distribution of various weather elements like temperature, pressure, and precipitation.