Weather Symbols 1 Flashcards
What do weather maps show?
Weather maps show the different elements of weather.
What symbol represents rain?
The symbol for rain is a droplet.
What symbol represents hail?
The symbol for hail is depicted as small ice pellets.
What symbol represents fog?
The symbol for fog is a cloud with wavy lines.
What does the symbol for sunshine look like?
The symbol for sunshine typically shows a sun with rays.
What does ‘light rain’ symbolize?
Light rain is represented by small droplets.
What does ‘heavy rain’ symbolize?
Heavy rain is represented by larger droplets.
What is the symbol for a thunderstorm?
The thunderstorm symbol includes a cloud with lightning.
What does the symbol for snow look like?
The snow symbol is depicted as snowflakes.
What does ‘clear sky’ symbolize?
Clear sky is represented by a sun without clouds.
What are ‘oktas’ in weather symbols?
Oktas represent the amount of cloud cover, measured in eighths.
What does ‘mist’ symbolize?
Mist is represented by a cloud with light wavy lines.
What does ‘fog’ symbolize?
Fog is represented by a cloud with denser wavy lines.
What does ‘calm’ mean in terms of wind?
Calm means wind speeds of 0 knots.
What does ‘light snow’ symbolize?
Light snow is represented by small snowflakes.
