In some places, the weather does not change much during the year. It is usually cloudy and cool all year round. This means that the sun does not come out very often, and the temperature is not very hot or very cold.
People in these places often wear jackets, sweaters, and scarves because it is cool. Sometimes, there is rain or fog, making the weather feel colder.
In this lesson, students will learn how to describe the weather, use adverbs of frequency, and talk about climate in different places.
GRAMMAR: ADVERBS OF FREQUENCY & WEATHER DESCRIPTIONS
Adverbs of Frequency
We use adverbs of frequency to talk about how often something happens.
Adverb | Meaning |
---|---|
Always | 100% of the time |
Usually | 80-90% of the time |
Often | 60-70% of the time |
Sometimes | 40-50% of the time |
Rarely | 10-20% of the time |
Never | 0% of the time |
✅ "It is usually cloudy in London."
✅ "It often rains in my city."
✅ "The weather is always cool here."
Describing the Weather
We use "It is" + adjective to describe the weather.
✅ "It is cloudy today."
✅ "It is cool in the morning."
✅ "It is usually cold in winter."
We also use "There is" + noun for some weather conditions:
✅ "There is a lot of fog in the morning."
✅ "There is heavy rain in winter."
VOCABULARY
Cloudy – The sky is full of clouds.
Example: "It is very cloudy today."Cool – A little cold, but not too much.
Example: "The weather is cool in autumn."Foggy – There is a lot of fog.
Example: "It is difficult to see when it’s foggy."Rainy – There is a lot of rain.
Example: "Spring is a rainy season."Windy – There is a lot of wind.
Example: "It is very windy today."Storm – Very bad weather with rain and wind.
Example: "There is a big storm coming."Temperature – A measure of how hot or cold something is.
Example: "The temperature is 15°C today."Season – One of the four parts of the year.
Example: "Winter is the coldest season."Climate – The usual weather in a place.
Example: "The climate in my country is very warm."Drizzle – Light rain.
Example: "There is a drizzle outside."
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
- "The weather is usually cloudy here."
- "It’s cool all year round."
- "There is a lot of fog in the mornings."
- "Sometimes, it rains for days."
- "It rarely gets very hot here."
- "I always carry a jacket because it’s cool."
- "The sky is full of clouds today."
- "We don’t see the sun very often."
- "The climate here is very mild."
- "It’s windy, so wear a warm coat."
SENTENCES
Positive Sentences
- "It’s usually cloudy in this city."
- "The weather is cool all year."
- "There is fog in the mornings."
Negative Sentences
- "It is not very hot in this country."
- "The sun does not shine often here."
- "It doesn’t snow in this city."
Questions
- "Is it usually cloudy here?"
- "How is the weather in your city?"
- "Does it rain a lot in winter?"
Answers
- "Yes, it’s usually cloudy."
- "The weather is cool all year."
- "No, it doesn’t rain a lot."
CONVERSATION
Scene: Two friends are talking about the weather.
Emma: Hi, Jake! How’s the weather today?
Jake: It’s cloudy and cool, as usual.
Emma: Does it ever get sunny here?
Jake: Sometimes, but not very often. It’s usually cloudy all year.
Emma: Wow! I like the sun. I prefer warm weather.
Jake: I like cool weather. It’s nice for walking outside.
Emma: That’s true! Let’s go for a walk now.
READING: "A Cloudy City"
London is a very famous city. The weather in London is usually cloudy and cool all year. It rains often, and sometimes, there is fog in the mornings.
In summer, the temperature is around 20°C, and in winter, it is around 5°C. It rarely snows in London, but the weather is always a little cold.
People in London always carry umbrellas and wear jackets. They are used to the cloudy weather. Sometimes, the sun comes out, and it is a beautiful day.
Despite the weather, London is a great place to visit!
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Q: What is the weather like in London?
A: It is usually cloudy and cool all year.Q: Does it snow in London?
A: No, it rarely snows in London.Q: What is the temperature in summer?
A: It is around 20°C.Q: What do people carry in London?
A: They carry umbrellas and wear jackets.Q: Is London a nice place to visit?
A: Yes, London is a great place to visit!
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