weather forecast

NOUN

meteorological outlook

Synonyms

STRONGEST

forecast

WEAK

5-day forecast general outlook local forecast long-term forecast regional forecast small-craft advisory storm warning storm watch weather prediction weather report

Example Sentences

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Given the grim nature of the weather forecast, even the small amount of play that was possible on Saturday could be viewed as a bonus.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

The success of D-day, a pivotal moment in World War II, partially hinged on the weather forecast.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Most weather forecast models show that cooler weather will gradually come in again from Friday and into the weekend.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Although winds weakened as evening fell on Monday, CalFire's weather forecast said: "Warm temperatures, low afternoon humidity, and terrain-driven winds continue to challenge containment efforts."

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

I was on Shreddie number three, and the radio weather forecast was saying it was set fair but with a risk of showers in the southeast.

From "The London Eye Mystery" by Siobhan Dowd