Different places have different types of weather. Some cities are hot and sunny all year, while others have cold winters and warm summers. People often talk about the weather when choosing a place to visit or live. In this lesson, students will learn how to compare the weather in different places and express opinions about the best weather. They will practice using comparatives and superlatives to describe and compare weather conditions.
GRAMMAR: COMPARATIVES AND SUPERLATIVES
Comparatives: Comparing Two Places
We use comparatives (+er / more + adjective) to compare two things.
✅ "New York is colder than Los Angeles in winter." ✅ "Dubai is hotter than Paris in summer." ✅ "The weather in London is rainier than in Madrid."
Superlatives: The Best or Worst Weather
We use superlatives (+est / the most + adjective) to talk about the extreme.
✅ "Hawaii has the best weather in the world." ✅ "Antarctica is the coldest place on Earth." ✅ "The Sahara Desert is the driest place in the world."
VOCABULARY
Mild – Not too hot or too cold. Example: "The weather in spring is mild."
Tropical – Very warm and humid. Example: "Thailand has a tropical climate."
Dry – With little or no rain. Example: "The desert is very dry."
Humid – With a lot of moisture in the air. Example: "It feels humid before it rains."
Cool – A little cold but pleasant. Example: "It is cool in the evening."
Chilly – A little cold, not freezing. Example: "The morning is chilly, so wear a jacket."
Freezing – Very, very cold. Example: "It is freezing in winter."
Breezy – With light wind. Example: "The beach is nice and breezy."
Stormy – With a lot of wind and rain. Example: "It is stormy today; stay inside."
Foggy – With a lot of fog. Example: "It is hard to see because it is foggy."
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
"Which place has the best weather?"
"The weather in my city is better than in yours."
"I prefer warm weather because I like the sun."
"It is too hot to go outside in summer."
"The best weather is in spring because it is mild."
"It never snows in my city."
"The winters here are colder than in my hometown."
"It is always humid near the beach."
"I don’t like stormy weather."
"Sunny days make me happy."
SENTENCES
Positive Sentences
"Hawaii has warm weather all year."
"The weather in Paris is milder than in Moscow."
"Los Angeles is sunnier than London."
Negative Sentences
"It is not cold in my city."
"The weather in the desert is not humid."
"Spring is not the coldest season."
Questions
"Which place has the best weather?"
"Is the weather in your city better than in mine?"
"Do you prefer hot or cold weather?"
Answers
"I think the best weather is in California."
"Yes, my city is warmer than yours."
"No, I don’t like cold weather."
CONVERSATION
Scene: Two friends are talking about the best weather.
Liam: Hey, Mia! Which place do you think has the best weather? Mia: I think California has the best weather. It is warm and sunny most of the year. Liam: That sounds nice! But I like cool weather. Mia: Then you might like Canada. The summers are not too hot, and winters are snowy. Liam: Yes, I prefer snow over very hot weather!
READING: "The Best Weather in the World"
People like different types of weather. Some love hot and sunny days, while others prefer cool and cloudy weather. Many people say that Hawaii has the best weather because it is warm, breezy, and not too hot.
In contrast, Antarctica has the coldest weather. It is freezing all year, and snow covers the ground. Some people like this weather for winter sports, but most people prefer warmer places.
Spain has a nice climate. It is hot in summer but cool in winter. People enjoy going to the beach in summer and walking in parks in spring. Some travelers say that Spain has better weather than England because it is not as rainy.
In the end, the best weather depends on what people like. Some prefer hot places, while others enjoy cooler cities.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Q: Which place has the best weather according to many people?
A: Many people say Hawaii has the best weather.Q: Why do people like Spain’s weather?
A: Because it is hot in summer and cool in winter.Q: What is the coldest place mentioned in the text?
A: Antarctica is the coldest place.Q: Do all people like hot weather?
A: No, some people prefer cool or cold weather.Q: Why do people say Spain has better weather than England?
A: Because it is not as rainy as England.
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