Understanding Weather Measurement Tools

What tool do meteorologists use to measure temperature?

• Anemometer

• Thermometer

• Barometer

• Hygrometer

Which tool is used to measure wind speed?

• Rain gauge

• Hygrometer

• Anemometer

• Weather Vein

What does a hygrometer measure?

• Air pressure

• Wind direction

• Humidity

• Temperature

Which instrument helps meteorologists predict upcoming weather by measuring air pressure?

• Barometer

• Thermometer

• Anemometer

• Rain gauge

What is the purpose of a rain gauge?

• To measure wind speed

• To measure temperature

• To measure rainfall

• To measure humidity

Which tool indicates the direction from which the wind is blowing?

• Wind sock

• Weather Vein

• Anemometer

• Barometer

What does a wind sock measure?

• Only wind speed

• Only wind direction

• Both wind speed and direction

• Air pressure

If the air pressure is dropping, what kind of weather is likely approaching?

• Clear skies

• A storm

• Hot and sunny

• Snowy

On a hot and humid day, which tool would help you understand the humidity level?

• Barometer

• Thermometer

• Hygrometer

• Rain gauge

Which of the following tools is most likely to be found at an airport to help measure wind conditions?

• Rain gauge

• Weather Vein

• Wind sock

• Barometer