Aviation Weather Terms

5 words in this vocabulary list

noun the branch of meteorology that deals with the atmosphere as a whole

  • Aerology is the study of the atmosphere and its phenomena.
  • I find aerology fascinating because it helps us understand the weather better.
  • I never knew aerology was a thing until I took that meteorology class.
  • In a way, aerology is like unraveling the mysteries of the sky.

adjective characterized by strong winds and sudden showers

adverb in a squally manner

  • The weather forecast predicted squally conditions with strong winds and heavy rain.
  • I heard it's going to be squally at the beach today, so maybe we should reschedule our picnic.
  • I can't believe how squally it is outside right now, it's like a mini hurricane!
  • The debate between the two politicians turned squally as they exchanged heated arguments.

noun a storm with thunder and lightning, typically also with heavy rain or hail

  • The meteorologist warned of a severe thunderstorm approaching the area.
  • I heard there's a big thunderstorm coming our way.
  • Dude, that thunderstorm was insane last night!
  • The political debate was like a thunderstorm, with heated arguments and tension in the air.

noun a rare weather phenomenon in which thunder and lightning occur during a snowstorm

  • Meteorologists predict that there is a possibility of thundersnow occurring in the region tonight.
  • Hey, did you hear about that crazy thundersnow storm that hit last winter?
  • I can't believe we're getting thundersnow in April, this weather is wild!
  • The intensity of their argument was like thundersnow, loud and unexpected.

adjective relating to aerology, which is the study of the atmosphere and its phenomena

  • The aerological data collected from weather balloons is crucial for predicting atmospheric conditions.
  • I'm studying aerological phenomena for my research project.
  • Check out this cool aerological map showing air pressure patterns!
  • His mind was like an aerological map, constantly shifting and changing.