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"Weather" in Spanish: clima
el clima
Note: the day's weather: el tiempo
Weather as climate is el clima (KLEE-mah). It is masculine: el clima. For today's feel use el tiempo with hacer or estar: hace calor, está lloviendo—still talk about el clima too.
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How to pronounce clima
Say it
KLEE-mah
/ˈkli.ma/
KLEE-mah. Stress KLEE. Soft c before i. Keep clima clear; do not say English climate.
"Weather" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| el clima | the climate / the weather (broader) Regions, seasons, or general conditions. | Regions, seasons, or general conditions. |
| el tiempo | the (day's) weather What it feels like today. | What it feels like today. |
| hace calor / frío | it's hot / cold Temperature with hacer. | Temperature with hacer. |
| está lloviendo | it's raining Ongoing weather with estar + gerund. | Ongoing weather with estar + gerund. |
How to use clima in real life
- 1Travel small talk
El clima aquí es húmedo en verano.
The climate here is humid in summer.
El clima for a place's pattern.
- 2Checking a forecast
¿Cómo está el clima mañana?
How's the weather tomorrow?
Ask about el clima before a trip.
- 3Comparing cities
Prefiero el clima seco de la costa.
I prefer the dry climate on the coast.
El clima + adjective.
Mistakes English speakers make with clima
Incorrect: La clima es bueno.
Correct: El clima es bueno.
Clima is masculine: el clima.
Incorrect: El clima es calor.
Correct: Hace calor. / El clima es cálido.
Say hace calor for temperature, or el clima es cálido—not es calor.
Good to know
Good to knowIn Latin America people mix el clima and el tiempo. Apps often say clima; street talk asks ¿qué tiempo hace? With clima in mind, say hace calor and está lloviendo.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Planning a weekend trip
ChatPal
¿Viste el clima para el sábado?
Did you see the weather for Saturday?
You
Sí. El clima se ve soleado.
Yes. The weather looks sunny.
ChatPal
Perfecto. Llevo agua y gorra.
Perfect. I'll bring water and a cap.
You
Yo también. Nos vemos temprano.
Me too. See you early.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Weather" in Spanish
Is clima masculine or feminine?
Masculine: el clima, un clima seco.
Clima or tiempo?
Clima is broader climate; el tiempo is today's weather feel.
How do I say it's hot?
Hace calor. Do not say es calor.
How do I say it's raining?
Está lloviendo or llueve.
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