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Describe Your Favourite Weather: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • What kind of weather it is?
  • What do you usually do during this weather?
  • Explain how this weather affects you.
  • How do you feel about this weather?
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Cue 1:What kind of weather it is?

  • Begin by clearly stating your favorite type of weather, such as sunny, rainy, or cool.
  • Describe the characteristics of this weather, including temperature, humidity, and any other relevant details.

Example

My favorite weather is the cool and breezy winter season in India. During this time, the temperature usually ranges between 10 to 20 degrees Celsius, and there is a pleasant chill in the air that makes everything feel fresh and invigorating.

Cue 2:What do you usually do during this weather?

  • Mention specific activities you enjoy doing during this weather, such as outdoor sports, family gatherings, or enjoying hot beverages.
  • Explain why these activities are particularly enjoyable in this weather.

Example

During this weather, I love to go for long walks in the park with my family. We often enjoy sipping hot chai and munching on snacks like samosas while basking in the sun. The cool breeze makes these moments even more special, allowing us to connect and enjoy nature.

Cue 3:Explain how this weather affects you.

  • Discuss the physical and emotional effects this weather has on you.
  • Share any specific memories or experiences that highlight these effects.

Example

This weather has a calming effect on me. I feel more energetic and motivated to engage in outdoor activities. I remember one winter evening when I went for a jog; the cool air made me feel alive, and I ended up running longer than I usually do. It’s refreshing and helps clear my mind.

Cue 4:How do you feel about this weather?

  • Express your overall feelings and preferences regarding this weather.
  • Mention how it compares to other types of weather you experience.

Example

I absolutely love this weather! It’s my favorite time of the year because it brings a sense of joy and celebration. Compared to the hot and humid summers in India, winter feels like a breath of fresh air, and I always look forward to it.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, my favorite weather is the cool winter season, which allows me to enjoy outdoor activities, feel energized, and create beautiful memories with my loved ones. It truly enhances my overall well-being and happiness.

    Following this structure will ensure you cover all the essential points while providing a clear and engaging response to the cue card topic.

    Tips to answer this Cue Card

    1: Avoid Vague Descriptions

    Using vague language can make your answer unclear. Instead of saying 'nice weather,' describe specific conditions like sunny, rainy, or windy to create a clearer picture.

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    Tip

    Use descriptive adjectives and specific examples to paint a vivid picture of your favorite weather.

    2: Don't Rush Your Answer

    Speaking too quickly can lead to unclear pronunciation and missed details. It's important to take your time to articulate your thoughts clearly.

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    Tip

    Pause briefly between points to gather your thoughts and ensure clarity in your speech.

    Neglecting Personal Feelings

    Failing to express how the weather affects you personally can make your answer less engaging. Personal connections make your response more relatable.

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    Tip

    Share personal anecdotes or feelings associated with the weather to add depth and interest to your answer.

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    All Answers

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    Band 6-7

    Everyone has their favorite weathers and my favorite weather includes the rainy season and when it rains I feel like nature has endowed us with the greatest of all gifts that is the pure water to recharge the ground water. I usually do enjoy my spare time sitting on a roadside cafe or a stall. I prefer to have chai and samosa during this weather. Chai and samosa are actually go-to eatable items for the Indians in rainy seasons. It makes me feel very comfortable as you will see that the plants are growing well, you will see the plants being washed by the rain, the rain droplets, furthermore they will appear more greener than ever, refreshing air you will feel in the environment as the dust is settled after the rain. I feel that this is something that everybody do like, I don't know why somebody would not like the rainy weather but yeah it causes some inconvenience as well as in India you will see that several roads will be blocked due to the excess amount of water coming out of the roads.

    Band 6-7

    I mostly love the cloudy weather in a rainy season where the sun is not there and brightness allows reflection in the sky and most probably we cannot feel the hot rays of the sun and it cannot directly affect our skin as well as we cannot feel much hot in this cloudy weather rather than we can enjoy this with good smells of good smell of soils before rains when some drops of rains on that soil moreover in the cloudy weather we feel delayed and we just stay in a calm mood so we can even meditate also I feel very calm and conscious in the cloudy weather I just go out my balcony and enjoy the cloudy weather when it is noon time or evening time it's make me a feels like a refresh and more attached with nature's natural feelings moreover

    Band 6-7

    I would like to talk about the weather I like the most is winter it starts from December and last up to February the most the most best part of winter I like is it helped me to bulk up because while doing the gym the cold weather is good enough to gain weight or put on mass on the body. I usually take my diet and do lot of cardio in winter seasons to control my belly fat. In winter season I used to wear hoodies when I go out and at home I start the warm machine to keep the room to keep my room warm. The winter is the best is the best time to build up your skin care. The cold weather allows your skin to glow even more white and it is more benefit for health. But the bad thing is you almost 2 to 3 times you get cough and it can cause you trouble in the winter. This winter season I am going to Simla for picnic.

    Band 6-7

    Weather is something that is regulated by the earth and its rotation but also it is a very important and part and parcel of our daily life. Weather affects our life in so many ways. My favorite weather is the time when the weather is not so much hot and not so much cold. It is during the February and March month of the year when the winter season ends and the autumn season and the spring season begins. It is the time between the summer and the winter. I love this time because in this time the weather is soothing and we get a clear sky. How does this affect is I love this weather gives me a lot of strength. I think that this is my favorite weather because I can feel the warmth as well as the cold and my mind stays very joyful during this time. That's why I also love this weather and what I do is this is my budget time also so I enjoy a lot. I try to visit any place during this time where I will be able to feel this weather and enjoy this weather fully. Also I love to play with colors because during the spring there is a holi festival where we play with colors and the nature also gets decked up.

    Band 6-7

    One, the only time of the year where I am super excited to wait for the temperature to drop down is of course winters. Winters is one of those seasons where one can feel the comfort and warmth coming from the atmosphere around. The slow onboarding of Christmas and the hasty preparations of the new year keep everyone on their toes, pulling out their best outfits and attires. Be it a hoodie or a sweatshirt, everyone is looking their best. The carnivals, the functions, the parties are the best part about winters. Winters is the time of the year when all family and friends come together to celebrate and acknowledge the ending of a year and the beginning of a new one. You might fall sick, but that doesn't mean you stop baking. The slight nip in the air is what keeps me going and makes me feel comfortable in this weather.

    Band 6-7

    I like windy weather before precipitation, the thunder and chill in hot countries like India makes it very special, it is a boon we got from nature, furthermore the rain especially the first one has a very good sense, I sent, I especially like it a lot, the weather I believe usually this type of weather I think India starts with the monsoon about June and July and yeah mostly I like those days a lot, the wind, the chill, the thunderstorms, the sound, the beautiful rainbows, the water everywhere, especially I am living in a rural area so I know how it's essential for farmers, the rains are, so yeah I mostly like that weather and my, at that time usually there is no electricity so people are not you know watching TV's or on their computers or smart phone or something like that, they are just outside watching the weather, maybe even few people are in the hurry because their clothes are outside waiting to dry, something like that, so basically everyone is living in the moment and not in some delusional digital environment.

    Band 6-7

    I love to be in hot weather because I love the sun and I want to be under the sun all day. I love hot weather because it is very suitable for going out and spend time with family and friends. It also suits you to play outdoor sports such as cricket, football and I love playing them. Additionally, hot weather also have great light from sun. It encourages me and helps me too.

    Band 6-7

    My favorite weather has to be rainy season. I love rainy weather because it brings with itself a smell of wet mud which I love with the core of my heart. Usually in rainy seasons I sit on my swing out listening to songs and eating delicious food. Mostly I eat hot maggi or some freshly baked cookies. I consider this to be my very idle and peaceful time that I long for a very long when I have a very long stressful day. Such type of weather affects me in a very good peaceful manner. It gives calmness to me. I observe the raindrops falling from the sky on the road. I generally also like to take walk in such weather. So while taking a walk I observe the raindrops or the water that may have been gathered at a point. Rainy seasons also like make me connected to something I love. It just makes me feel a telepathy with someone far away that is made for me. It makes me feel very loved and connected to someone very close to me even though he or she is not around me. I feel a kind of strong connection with them. So far the way this weather makes me feel is something that very loving and caring. And the main thing I love about this season is that it comes in a duration of the vacation around June-July so I can enjoy it completely without having any study stress.

    Band 6-7

    I would like to talk about a weather that we don't usually get to experience in my hometown that is winter. There is no particular reason why I love winter, it just connects to my heart maybe because we don't get to experience it a lot and recently I visited Shimla during the winter time and I was expecting for a snowfall but unfortunately or fortunately when I reached there the people, the locals in Shimla told me that there won't be any snowfall for the next three days and I was just there for three days and it just broke my heart. Then I thought it's okay let's just enjoy the cold and just do some site visits and go back home. I was in my hotel room taking a quick nap and when I woke up I just could feel something falling. At first I thought it was rain but then when I went out it was snowfall. It was literally surreal to my eyes. I went out, I grabbed the snow in my hand. It was the first fresh snow of the season. I took it and I just couldn't let it go. So that's something I was craving for and when I got it, it just felt so good and that's when I realized how much I love winters and how much my mood just lightens up in the cold weather. Not everyone likes winter because of the cold dull gray colors and maybe because of the heavy snowfall or the coldness we just don't feel like doing anything and yeah winter depressions are real but I feel like it's nothing a small cup of hot chocolate could change.

    Band 6

    Well, I choose summer because I usually love summer mornings because during summer days I woke up early and the mornings were really warm and when I go for a walk in summer mornings I can hear the chirping sounds of the birds and I can feel the warmth of the sun and during the hot days I can prefer to drink cold beverages like fresh fruit juices and ice cold drinks and tender coconuts are the most favorite beverages I like to prefer during my hot days. So I would like to go with summer because it's really interesting.
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