overcast – very cloudy with no sun is visible.
- Thahn was disappointed that it was overcast for the barbecue but at least it wasn’t
raining.
partly cloudy – when it is sunny and cloudy at the same time.
- The TV weather forecast has said partly cloudy but it ended up being overcast for
most of the day.
dull – not clear, bright or sunny.
- Dull days can be rather depressing, especially at this time of year when it’s cold
outside and daylight hours are short.
Weather Vocabulary Pronunciation
Weather Vocabulary Set 8: Windy weather
wind – a natural current of air.
- There wasn’t enough wind to go sailing so they kayaked instead.
windy – when there is a lot of wind.
- It was a windy day and Dan spend the afternoon flying his kite.
breeze – light wind
- The flag was hoisted to the top of the mast where it flapped gently in the breeze.
high wind – strong wind.
- The forecast warned of high winds and a risk of fallen trees.
gale – a very strong wind.
- The gale blew all night and caused damage to several buildings.
gust – a sudden, strong blast of wind.
- It was a fierce storm with gusts of up to 80 miles an hour.
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