Weather Word

WUFT Weather Word is a fun way for everyone to learn the weather terms we hear often. From "Atmosphere" to "Zephyr" and every term in between, Weather Word has you covered. Visit our Weather Word web page to discover a full glossary of your favorite weather terms.

Today's Weather Word

Our latest Weather Word is “petrichor.” That’s the earthy smell you may notice when rain falls on dry ground. So, the next time you smell rain arriving, you can tell everyone: “That’s petrichor!”

Other fun Weather Words...

Graupel — Soft, tiny ice pellets that look a little like miniature snowballs.
Derecho — A large, fast-moving line of thunderstorms that produces widespread damaging winds.