Measuring Weather

What does weather describe?

• Atmospheric conditions at a specific time and place

• Geological features of an area

• Biological conditions in an environment

• Historical climate patterns

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Which instrument is used to measure temperature?

• Rain gauge

• Wind vane

• Barometer

• Thermometer

What does a high temperature reading indicate?

• The coolest temperature of the day

• The warmest temperature of the day

• Average temperature of the day

• None of the above

How is wind direction determined using a wind vane?

• By the direction it points to

• By the sound it makes

• By the color it shows

• By the speed it moves

What does a wind sock indicate?

• Humidity levels

• Amount of precipitation

• Temperature

• Wind direction