Helpful Information About Weather Instruments

Barometers

What Is a Barometer?
Find out how barometers work

Barometer Altitude Compensation
Examines the differences among barometers

Two Types of Barometers
Discover the differences between mercury and aneroid barometers

How to Read a Barometer
Learn what your barometer is telling you

What is an Analog Barometer?
What makes an analog barometer work besides the weather

Calibrating an Aneroid Barometer
For accurate results practice routine calibration of your aneroid barometer

How to Adjust a Barometer
Information on keeping your barometer's reading accurate

General Information

What Is a Hygrometer?
A dip into the realm of the hygrometer

Glossary of Weather-Related Terms
A handy guide to frequently used weather-related terms

FAQ's on Weather Stations and Instruments
Explores popular questions about weather stations

What Is an Anemometer?
Find which way the wind blows with an anemometer

Thermometers

History of the Thermometer
A look at the rise of the thermometer from its beginnings to its modern-day form

Weather Stations

What Is a Weather Station?
Components of a weather station

Rain Gauges

What Is a Rain Gauge
A look at the various types of available rain gauges