C2 Level Wordlist - Weather and Temperature

Here you will learn all the essential words for talking about Weather and Temperature, collected specifically for level C2 learners.

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monsoon [noun]

a period in the summer during which wind blows and rain falls in India or other hot South Asian countries

Ex: People in South Asian countries prepare for the monsoon by reinforcing homes and infrastructure to withstand the heavy rains and strong winds .

precipitation [noun]

water in forms such as rain, snow, hail, or sleet that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface

Ex: Rain gauges measure the amount of precipitation .

dew [noun]

the tiny water drops that form on cool surfaces during the night, caused by condensation

Ex: As the temperature dropped overnight , dew formed on the windows , obscuring the view with tiny water droplets .

isobar [noun]

(in meteorology) a line on a map or chart connecting points that have the same atmospheric pressure at a given moment

Ex: The weather map showed several low-pressure isobars over the region .

beaufort scale [noun]

a scale devised to estimate wind speeds based on the observed effects of the wind on the sea surface and land features

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sleet [noun]

frozen raindrops or partially melted snowflakes that fall as ice pellets

Ex: The roads became treacherous with a layer of frozen sleet , making driving hazardous .

whiteout [noun]

a meteorological phenomenon characterized by a dense, widespread snowfall that significantly reduces visibility, often resulting in a featureless landscape

Ex: A whiteout enveloped the city , bringing transportation to a standstill .

chinook [noun]

a warm, dry wind that descends the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains, causing a rapid and significant increase in temperature

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gust [noun]

a drastic and sudden rush of wind

Ex: Despite the gusts of wind , the determined kite flyer managed to keep their kite aloft , skillfully maneuvering it through the turbulent air .

slush [noun]

partially melted snow or ice, often forming a wet and muddy mixture

Ex: As the temperature rose , the pristine snow turned into a messy slush around the city .

squall [noun]

a sudden, intense, and brief storm characterized by strong winds and often accompanied by rain or snow

Ex: The weather forecast warned of possible squalls in the afternoon , prompting residents to secure outdoor belongings .

flash flood [noun]

a sudden and rapid flooding of a normally dry area, often caused by heavy rainfall or the sudden release of water

Ex: Hikers should be cautious of the potential for flash floods in canyons during and after heavy rainstorms .

sunburst [noun]

a sudden, intense appearance of sunlight, often breaking through clouds and creating a radiant and vivid effect in the sky

Ex: The sunburst through the autumn leaves created a dazzling display of colors in the forest .

anticyclone [noun]

a weather phenomenon with an extensive circulation of winds around a central region of high barometric pressure that is connected with calm and fine weather

Ex: Meteorologists forecasted the anticyclone to linger for several days , providing a welcome respite from the recent stormy weather .

bluster [noun]

a strong, noisy, and gusty wind, often accompanied by turbulent

Ex: Outdoor events were postponed due to the impending bluster , ensuring the safety of attendees .

balmy [adjective]

pleasantly warm, mild, and soothing

Ex: The balmy weather was perfect for a leisurely picnic in the park .

sweltering [adjective]

extremely hot and uncomfortable, often causing sweating

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torrid [adjective]

characterized by intense and oppressive heat

Ex: The torrid conditions in the tropical rainforest made it challenging for some animals to thrive .

sizzling [adjective]

so hot as to produce a hissing or crackling sound

Ex: The seafood stir-fry was served on a sizzling platter , captivating diners with its sizzling presentation .

parching [adjective]

becoming dried, often due to intense heat or a lack of moisture

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flaming [adjective]

extreme heat, often associated with flames or burning

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lukewarm [adjective]

having a temperature that is only slightly warm

Ex: The soup was lukewarm , and the chef vowed to serve it hotter next time .

muggy [adjective]

characterized by high humidity and oppressive warmth

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nippy [adjective]

(of weather) having a sharp, cold quality

Ex: Residents donned jackets to combat the nippy evening temperatures .

arctic [adjective]

very cold

Ex: The arctic blast brought with it a deep freeze that turned the landscape into a winter wonderland , albeit a bitterly cold one .

glacial [adjective]

freezing as though having sub-zero temperatures

Ex: The wind blowing off the mountains felt glacial , numbing any exposed skin within seconds .

algid [adjective]

extremely cold

Ex: The algid gusts of wind made the walk along the snow-covered beach a bracing experience .

C2 Level Wordlist
Size and Magnitude	Weight and Stability	Quantity	Intensity
Pace	Shapes	Importance and Essentiality	Commonness and Uniqueness
Difficulty and Challenge	Price and Luxuriousness	Quality	Success and Wealth
Failure and Poverty	Body Shape	Age and Appearance	Comprehension and Intelligence
Personal Traits	Emotional States	Trigerring Emotions	Feelings
Relationship Dynamics and Connections	Social and Moral Behaviors	Tastes and Smells	Sounds
Textures	Thoughts and Decisions	Complaint and Criticism	Harmony and Discord
Communication and Discussion	Body Language and Emotional Actions	Order and Permission	Advice and Influence
Honor and Admiration	Request and Answer	Attempt and Prevention	Changing and Forming
Movements	Preparing Food	Food and Drinks	Natural Environment
Animals	Weather and Temperature	Disaster and Pollution	Work Environment
Occupations	Accommodation	Transportation	Tourism and Migration
Hobbies and Routines	Sports	Arts	Cinema and Theater
Literature	Music	Clothes and Fashion	Architecture
History	Culture and Custom	Society	Religion
Philosophy	Linguistics	Politics	Law
Crime	Punishment	War and Army	Government
Education	Media	Technology and Internet	Marketing and Advertisement
Shopping	Business and Management	Finance	Scientific Fields and Studies
Medicine	Health Condition	Recovery and Treatment	Human Body
Psychology	Biology	Chemistry	Physics
Astronomy	Mathematics	Geology	Engineering
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