Weather Instruments!

What weather instrument measures air pressure? 

• Hygrometer
• Barometer
• Rain Gauge
• Wind Vane

Identify a function of an anemometer:

• Tells the direction of the wind
• Mercury expands in hot weather
• Cups catch the wind and turn the dial
• Measures humidity

Define the purpose of a Rain Gauge:

• Measures rainfall
• Measures wind speed
• Measures air pressure
• Measures humidity

What is this thermometer indicating?

• Hot weather
• Low air pressure
• Cold temperatures
• High wind speeds

If the air pressure on a barometer is falling, what kind of weather will occur?

• A  drought
• Stormy and wet
• Sunny and dry
• Windy and cool

Hygrometers measure:

• Humidity
• Wind Direction
• Air temperature
• Air pressure

Which of the following is NOT an aspect of thermometers?

• Measures temperature
• Tube contains mercury
• Tells you how much it rained last nightght
• Tells you if it is hot or cold outside

If the air feels sticky and your hair frizzes up, you may want to check a

• Barometer
• Thermometer
• Anemometer
• Hygrometer

Meteorologists measure...

• Meteorology
• Height
• Time
• Weight

In which situation would you use weather  instruments?

• To predict an upcoming storm
• To decide what to eat for lunch
• To figure out why your head hurts
• To predict the future