weather outlook
Noun: A prediction or forecast of expected weather conditions for a specific area and period in the future. It typically includes information about temperature, precipitation, wind, and general atmospheric conditions.
The term "weather outlook" is used to describe a meteorological prediction, often covering a medium to long-range period (e.g., several days, a week, or a season). It is commonly found in news reports, agricultural planning, and public advisories. - The weekend weather outlook calls for sunny skies and warm temperatures. - Farmers rely on the seasonal weather outlook to plan their crops.
- Extended weather outlook: A forecast that looks further into the future, often with less specific detail.
- The extended weather outlook suggests a cooler trend for next month.
- Preliminary weather outlook: An early, often less certain, forecast issued in advance of a more detailed prediction.
- The preliminary weather outlook for the hurricane season will be updated next week.
- Forecast (n): A more general term for a prediction of future events, commonly used for weather.
- Outlook (n): Can refer to a general prospect or forecast for any situation, not just weather (e.g., economic outlook).
- Weather forecast (n): A very close synonym, often used interchangeably with "weather outlook," though sometimes a "forecast" implies more immediate detail.
- Meteorological forecast
- Weather prediction
- Weather prognosis
- Weather advisory: An official notice about potentially hazardous weather conditions.
- Weather watch: An announcement indicating that conditions are favorable for hazardous weather.
The term specifically refers to the predicted state of the weather. It is distinct from a current "weather report," which describes present conditions. The "outlook" component emphasizes the forward-looking, prospective nature of the information.
- a forecast of the weather