Handy tools help us measure weather. They give us numbers to describe it. Have you seen any of these tools?
Thermometer
This tool (above) measures temperature. The red line goes higher as the temperature gets hotter.
Anemometer
This tool measures wind speed. Cups catch the wind. They turn a dial. The dial shows wind speed.
Rain Gauge
This tool measures rainfall. Rain collects in the gauge. This shows you how much has fallen.
Hygrometer
This tool measures humidity. Above 70% feels very wet and humid. Below 40% is fairly dry.
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