The Study of the Weather

First published in 1919 as part of the Cambridge Nature Study Series, this book introduces some of the basic concepts of meteorology.

Preface; Introduction; 1. The weather day by day. Observations of wind; 2. What to look for in watching the weather; 3. Clouds. The colours of the sky; 4. Fog and mist. Dew and frost; 5. Rain, snow, and hail. Thunderstorms; 6. Temperature and humidity; 7. The pressure of the atmosphere; 8. Weather charts; 9. Cyclones and anticyclones; 10. Anticipation of weather; Appendix I. Revision and supplemental exercises; Appendix II. Syllabus of weather study for elementary schools; Appendix III. Books; Index.