Philip's Guide to Weather Forecasting

The new edition of this practical illustrated guide covers every aspect of weather forecasting, from how to understand professional forecasts, charts and satellite images, to how to start making your own forecasts at home.

Included is detailed information on what causes the weather, information on recognising different cloud formations, notes on how weather systems form, and background on what causes the extreme weather that has so dominated the news in recent years. Local weather systems, such as wind, visibility, frost and snow, are also featured, along with information about optical effects such as rainbows, haloes and mirages. There's also invaluable advice about the instruments available to use at home.

With a wealth of accessible information and numerous colour photographs and diagrams, this is the ideal book for the amateur forecaster.