Talking about Weather

Afraid of thunderstorms?

Like to dance in the rain?

Find the sunshine beautiful?

Many of us keep the Weather Channel bookmarked and ready on our computers or phone. We know how important it is to stay up-to-date on the latest weather news.

In this post, you’ll learn all the terms you need to describe sunny days, stormy days and all those in between—as well as why the weather is considered such a hot topic. 

Have you ever noticed how people seem to love talking about the weather? Whether they’re standing in the grocery checkout line or meeting new people at a party, the weather is quite the popular conversation starter.

Even at more formal occasions, like business meetings or other professional settings, weather is a popular topic for small talk.

Here are some questions and Phrases to talk about the weather.

What’s the weather like in your country?

Well, there are 4 seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter, which vary considerably in characteristics.

What kind of weather do you like?

I enjoy hot weather. There are more things to do when it’s sunny. I love swimming and sunbathing.

What months have the best weather in your country?

I believe it depends. For me, the best weather is from June to August when it’s warm across the country.

Do you like it when it rains?

Not at all. I hate raining.

How does the weather affect your feelings?

I usually have a bad mood when it rains. The rain reminds me of sad memories.

How has the weather changed recently?

Due to global warming, the weather has become more and more unpredictable. It’s boiling hot in summer and freezing cold on winter days.

Do you usually watch the weather forecast?

No, not very often.

What’s your favorite season? Why?

Let’s see. I love spring when trees and flowers blossom.

What do you like to do when it’s windy?

When it’s windy, I like flying a kite with my friends. That’s interesting.