Synonyms for "weather"

4 kid-friendly synonyms for weather, sorted by grade level (K-2, 3-5, 6-8).

What does "weather" mean?

The word weather is a noun that means: what the air is like outside, like rainy or sunny.

Example: "How is the weather?"

Grade 3–5Stronger words for weather

For elementary writers ready to add precision and variety to their vocabulary:

Grade 6–8Middle-school vocabulary for weather

Tier 2 academic alternatives — useful for essays, persuasive writing, and standardized tests:

FAQ — synonyms for weather

What is a good synonym for weather in a kid's writing?
For K-2 writers, try climate. For older students, "climate" reads more naturally in school writing.
How many synonyms does weather have?
We list 4 grade-appropriate synonyms for weather across three reading levels. Adults' thesauruses include dozens more, but most aren't useful for K-8 vocabulary.
Is weather a noun, verb, or adjective?
In this entry, weather is used as a noun.

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