Spanish Weather Phrases, Expressions and Words

Spanish Weather Phrases, Expressions and Words

by Alina

Are you planning a trip to a Spanish-speaking destination, or simply looking to expand your Spanish vocabulary? If so, this guide is for you!

In it, we’ll introduce you to some of the most common weather terms in Spanish, along with their translations and pronunciation in English. Whether you’re trying to describe the sunny skies of Spain or the rainy days of Argentina, this guide has you covered.

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So put on your raincoat or sunscreen, and get ready to learn about the various types of weather you might experience in Spanish-speaking countries.

¡Qué tiempo hace hoy! (What’s the weather like today?)

Describing the Weather in Spanish

When it comes to describing the weather in Spanish, there are a few key phrases and vocabulary words you should know. To describe the overall weather conditions, you can use the phrases

  • Hoy hace buen tiempo (The weather is good today)
  • Hoy hace mal tiempo (The weather is bad today)
  • Hoy hace sol (It’s sunny today)
  • Hoy hace nubes (It’s cloudy today)
  • Hoy hace lluvia (It’s raining today)
  • Hoy hace viento (It’s windy today)

In addition to these basic weather terms, there are many other vocabulary words you can use to describe the weather in more detail, such as: “calor” (heat), “frío” (cold), “caluroso” (humid), and “seco” (dry).

Temperature and Climate

Temperature and climate are important considerations when it comes to describing the weather in Spanish. To describe the temperature, you can use these phrases:

  • Hoy hace calor (It’s hot today)
  • Hoy hace frío (It’s cold today)
  • Hoy hace fresco (It’s cool today)
  • Hoy hace caluroso (It’s humid today)
  • Hoy hace seco (It’s dry today)

Weather-related Vocabulary and Phrases

There are many vocabulary words and phrases in Spanish that are related to the weather. Some of the most common ones include:

  • El clima (climate)
  • El pronóstico del tiempo (weather forecast)
  • El sol (sun)
  • Las nubes (clouds)
  • La lluvia (rain)
  • El viento (wind)
  • El relámpago (lightning)
  • El trueno (thunder)
  • La temperatura (temperature)
  • La humedad (humidity)

I hope you’ve enjoyed learning about the various vocabulary words and phrases used to describe the weather in Spanish-speaking countries. Put your new weather vocabulary to the test, and don’t forget to bring a raincoat or sunscreen as needed.

¡Hasta luego!

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