Understanding Weather

What is Weather?

What are the main elements of weather?

How does weather affect our clothes choice?

What tools do we use to measure weather?

What should we do to stay safe during storms?

What is the difference between weather and climate?

• Weather changes quickly and includes rain, sun, wind, and clouds.

• Climate is the usual weather in a place over a long time.

• Weather is the same as climate.

• Climate changes quickly, sometimes even in one day.

What are the summer months in South Africa?

• December to February

• June to August

• September to October

• March to May

What is the main purpose of a rain gauge?

• To measure temperature

• To collect rain

• To show wind direction

• To measure air pressure

What can we do to prepare for quick weather changes?