Explains what a weather map is and how it is prepared. Describes what weather maps show, typical weather patterns in Australia, the use of weather charts, temperature, and wind speed.

Explains the use of synoptic weather analysis in preparing weather maps and forecasting. Discusses the use of symbols as well.

You can link to the anatomy of El Nino, chasing El Nino, and El Nino's reach. There is a resource page and a search page.

Do you know what happens during a typical El Nino? This overview provides a description, characteristics, and animated maps showing sea surface temperature changes during past El Nino events.

Learn about hurricanes and how they are created. Features include video animation, the histories of the most devastating hurricanes and topics such as hurricane naming and hurricane study.