1 - Introduction
Have you ever looked out the window and wondered how to describe the weather in another language?
Weather is all around us, and people everywhere talk about it. In this lesson, you will discover weather words from Ireland and around the world.
- Learn Irish words for sun, rain, cloud, snow, wind, and more.
- Find out why Ireland's weather changes so quickly.
- Explore how weather is different in other countries.
- Match pictures to Irish weather words.
- Learn weather words in English, French, Spanish, German, and Irish.
- Try fun activities like a word search and spinning a weather wheel.
2 - Weather Around the World
Weather is something that everyone experiences every day. It can be sunny, rainy, windy, snowy, or cloudy depending on where you live in the world.
Different parts of the world have very different climates. Some countries are warm and sunny for most of the year, while others have cold winters with snow and ice. People in each place learn to talk about the weather in their own language.
Weather is an important part of daily life because it affects what we wear, what activities we do, and how we travel.
- Weather can change from day to day.
- Some countries have very hot climates.
- Other countries experience cold winters or heavy rain.
- People everywhere talk about the weather!
3 - Weather in Ireland
Ireland is famous for its changing weather. Because Ireland is an island surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, the weather can change quickly throughout the day.
You might see sunshine in the morning, clouds in the afternoon, and rain in the evening. This is why people sometimes say Ireland has “four seasons in one day”.
Even though it rains quite often, Ireland usually has mild temperatures compared to many other countries.
- Rain is common in Ireland.
- Summers are usually cool rather than very hot.
- Winters are mild and rarely extremely cold.
- The weather can change quickly during the day.
4 - Weather Words in Irish
In this activity, you will learn Irish words for different types of weather. Each row shows a picture, the Irish word, and its meaning in English.
Click the play button to listen to how each word is pronounced. Look at the image, read the word, and practise saying it out loud.
Take your time and try to remember the words as you go. Soon you’ll be able to talk about the weather in Irish! ☀️🌧️❄️🌬️
Key Vocabulary (play each word to listen to pronunciation)
| Image | Word / Phrase | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
 |
An ghrian
un gree-an
|
Sun |
 |
Báisteach
bawsh-tukh
|
Rain |
 |
Scamall
skam-ul
|
Cloud |
 |
Sneachta
shnak-tah
|
Snow |
 |
Gaoth
gwee
|
Wind |
 |
Stoirm
stur-im
|
Storm |
 |
Bogha báistí
boh-ah bawsh-tee
|
Rainbow |
 |
Ceo
kyoh
|
Fog |
 |
Toirneach
tur-nyukh
|
Thunder |
 |
Tintreach
tin-trukh
|
Lightning |
How to Use This Activity:
Option 1: Digital Reference (Interactive)
- Display the Word Table on the whiteboard or let students access on their devices.
- Click/tap words to hear pronunciation - great for listening and speaking practice.
- Go through each word together, practising pronunciation as a class.
Option 2: Printed Reference Sheet
Download Vocabulary Sheet (PDF)
- Print the vocabulary reference sheet for students to keep as a study aid.
- Great for homework, revision, or as a take-home reference.
- Students can use it alongside the interactive activity.
5 - Label the Weather in Irish
You have already learned some Irish words for different types of weather. Now it’s time to see what you remember!
Look at each picture and think about the type of weather it shows. Then choose the correct Irish word that matches the image.
Take your time, look carefully at each picture, and use what you’ve learned. Let’s see how many Irish weather words you can recognise! 🌧️❄️☀️
How to Use This Activity:
Option 1: Students on Devices
- Students complete the Label the Image activity on their own laptop or tablet.
- Students see an image and select the correct word from multiple choices. Good for visual learners.
- Walk around the room to monitor progress and assist students who need help.
Option 2: Teacher-Led (Whiteboard/Projector)
- Display the activity on your interactive whiteboard or projector.
- Show the image and have students write their answer on mini whiteboards before revealing options.
- Invite students up to interact with the board, or have them call out answers from their desks.
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