weather-forecast
Noun: A "weather-forecast" is a prediction or statement about the expected weather conditions for a specific period and location, typically based on meteorological data.
- Noun:
- The weather-forecast said it would rain tomorrow, so I brought an umbrella. (A prediction of rainy conditions.)
- I check the weather-forecast every morning before planning my day. (A daily statement of expected weather.)
"to issue a weather-forecast": to officially release a prediction about the weather.
- The National Weather Service issued a weather-forecast warning of high winds. (An official statement of expected wind conditions.)
"long-range weather-forecast": a prediction covering an extended period, often weeks or months.
- The long-range weather-forecast suggests a warmer-than-average winter. (A prediction for a distant future period.)
Weather-forecasting (n): the process or science of predicting weather conditions.
- Weather-forecasting has improved greatly with modern technology. (The activity of making predictions.)
Weather-forecaster (n): a person who issues weather forecasts, such as a meteorologist.
- The weather-forecaster on TV said the storm would pass by evening. (A professional who makes predictions.)
Weather prediction: an estimate of future weather.
- The weather prediction for the weekend looks sunny. (A synonym for weather-forecast.)
Weather outlook: a general summary of expected weather conditions.
- The weather outlook for the week shows scattered showers. (A broader or less detailed forecast.)
"Forecast calls for": a common phrase used in weather reports to indicate what is expected.
- The forecast calls for snow tonight. (The prediction states that snow is expected.)
"Rain on one's parade": not directly related to weather-forecast, but often used metaphorically when a forecast spoils plans.
- The weather-forecast rained on our parade by predicting thunderstorms for the picnic. (The prediction ruined the planned event.)