Weather Watch In this unit you will learn about weather phenomena and the methods used for weather study. You will learn how to measure temperatures, wind speed and direction, the amounts of rain and snow, and the amount of cloud cover. In studying causes and patterns of air movements, you will learn about the effects of uneven heating and cooling and discover the same patterns of air movement in indoor environments as are found outdoors. You will also learn about human actions that can affect weather and climate and the importance of weather preparedness and protection from extreme weather.