Space & science
What does a
meteorologist do?
Studies weather and makes forecasts.
A career guide for curious students · Grades 3–12
A day in the life
Reads data from satellites and weather stations, runs models, and issues forecasts and warnings.
Skills to practise
Maths, data skills, communication.
How to explore this path
A degree in meteorology, physics, or a related science.
Training, qualifications and professional rules vary by country. Check current local requirements with a teacher or careers counsellor.
School subjects & interests
Meteorologist connects with Physics, Geography. You may enjoy this work if you like with computers, outdoors.
TRY A LITTLE OF THIS CAREER
A hands-on activity
Keep a weather diary for two weeks and guess the next day's weather.
Ask an adult to help. Follow the safety notes in the activity. Print this activity or save it as a PDF in your chosen language. Downloadable PDF files are in English.
For younger explorers: a simpler explanation
What do they do?
Meteorologists tell us what the weather will be.
What helps?
Liking weather and numbers.
Learning about the path
You study meteorology or physics.
Questions to explore next
- Which part of this work sounds most interesting to me?
- What did I enjoy when I tried the activity?
- What could I ask someone who works in this field?