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WeatherWise - Fact Files

  

The basics

Atmosphere, Climate, Clouds, Earth and Sun, Precipitation, Sea and Land, Weather Systems, Wind

All about the weather. Why do we have seasons and climates? Why do day and night exist? What kinds of clouds are there? How big are raindrops? What is the atmosphere made of? What is a 'sundog'? Take a look at our weather basics to find out.
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Weather jobs
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Weather Glossary
 Weatherwise has been produced in association with the Royal Meteorological Society.

 

Forecasting

Traditional Modern Satellites Computers Maps and Symbols

How do we forecast the weather? Why do we measure and map weather. What role do satellites and computers play? Do we still use traditional methods of forecasting?

Extremes

Storms Lightning and Thunder Tornadoes Hail Hurricanes Floods Drought Blizzards and Sandstorms Sea and Air Hazards

Weather is powerful. It affects our lives. Tornadoes and hurricanes, floods and drought can kill and leave a trail of devastation. Why do these happen? How many storms are there? What is lightning?

 

 

 

 

 

 

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