Let’s go step by step to solve the questions on the weather map.
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Question 1: Where is the coldest temperature found? The warmest?
Look at the numbers inside the circles on the map — those are temperatures in degrees Fahrenheit.
- Find the lowest number: Look for “28” near International Falls, Minnesota. That’s the coldest.
- Find the highest number: Look for “75” near Miami, Florida. That’s the warmest.
✔ So:
- Coldest:
International Falls (28°F)
- Warmest:
Miami (75°F)
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Question 2: Identify the location of one major storm system on the map.
Storm systems are shown with big swirling lines and often have an “L” (for low pressure) in the center.
On the map, there’s a clear “L” over the Great Lakes area — near Chicago and Detroit. There’s also another “L” off the coast of the Carolinas.
Either is correct. Let’s pick the one over the Great Lakes since it’s more central and has lots of fronts around it.
✔ Answer:
Over the Great Lakes region (near Chicago/Detroit)
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Question 3: How is the weather conditions in San Francisco and New York alike?
Look at both cities:
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San Francisco: Has a cold front line passing through or nearby. Temperature is 60°F. Symbol shows rain (dots) and wind barb indicating breeze.
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New York: Also has a cold front nearby. Temperature is 54°F. Also shows rain symbols and wind barbs.
Both are experiencing:
- Rain (shown by dots)
- Wind (shown by wind barbs)
- Frontal system affecting them (cold front)
So they’re alike because both are under influence of a front and having rainy, windy weather.
✔ Answer:
Both cities are experiencing rain and wind due to nearby cold fronts.
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Final Answer:
1. Coldest: International Falls (28°F); Warmest: Miami (75°F)
2. Major storm system: Over the Great Lakes region (near Chicago/Detroit)
3. Alike: Both have rain and wind from nearby cold fronts
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of weather map worksheet.
