Definition

Noun: The state of the atmosphere at a specific place and time, characterized by measurable elements such as temperature, humidity, wind, cloudiness, and precipitation. It refers to the immediate, short-term atmospheric phenomena.

Usage

The term "weather condition" is used to describe the current or forecasted state of the atmosphere. It is often used in forecasts, reports, and general discussion about the day's atmospheric state. - It is typically used in its plural form, "weather conditions," to encompass the combination of various atmospheric elements. - It can be modified by adjectives (e.g., severe, good, poor, changing) to specify the type of conditions.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The pilot decided to delay the flight due to adverse weather conditions.
  • Farmers are constantly monitoring the weather conditions for their crops.
  • Please check the local forecast for today's weather conditions before you go hiking.

Advanced Usage

• "under certain weather conditions": Used to specify that an event or phenomenon occurs only when specific atmospheric states are present.
  • This plant will only flower under specific weather conditions.
• The singular form "a weather condition" is less common but can be used to refer to a single, specific atmospheric element or event.
  • Freezing rain is a dangerous weather condition for drivers.

Variants and Related Words

• Weather (n): The more common and general term for the state of the atmosphere. "Weather condition(s)" is often synonymous with "weather" but can sound slightly more formal or technical.
• Meteorological conditions (n): A more technical or scientific synonym.
• Climate (n): The long-term average of weather conditions in a specific area, not to be confused with short-term "weather conditions."

Synonyms

• Atmospheric conditions
• Meteorological conditions
• Weather

Related Phrases

• Weather forecast: A prediction of future weather conditions.
  • According to the weather forecast, conditions will improve by tomorrow.
• Weather report: A statement describing current or recent weather conditions.
  • The weather report indicated clear conditions for the morning.

Noun

1. the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation
   • they were hoping for good weather
   • every day we have weather conditions and yesterday was no exception
   • the conditions were too rainy for playing in the snow