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Never know what to expect outside? Well there are plenty of ways to know whether to bring an umbrella, sunscreen, or a paddle boat when necessary.

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EditMethod 1 of 5: Computer

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    Download Weatherbug. This is the most simple, free, and effective way to monitor everything weather related. Weather Channel toolbar works as well.
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  2. 2
    Set your area if it is not automatically set. This can be done by clicking "Change location" by clicking on the link on the program, or right-clicking the icon on the Quick Launch toolbar.

EditMethod 2 of 5: Television

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    Find your weather channel by looking at your TV guide. This is usually shown as "NWS" or "Weather".
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    Tune into a local news channel. Most news stations broadcast weather and traffic every half hour or so.
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    Look for The Weather Channel if available in your TV guide. This channel broadcasts local every 10 minutes.

EditMethod 3 of 5: Newspaper

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    Find the weather column. The page varies with the newspaper. Make sure to look at the extended forecast as well.

EditMethod 4 of 5: Radio

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    More than likely there isn't a weather station channel for your area, but most local stations have traffic and weather updates every half hour or hour.

EditMethod 5 of 5: Look Outside

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    The most obvious way of knowing. This should be a last resort, unless you are planning on something outdoors lasting less than 30 minutes.
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Edit Tips

  • The most reliable source would be the weather channel. Those people live and breathe weather- more than likely, they're know if it's going to rain more than your neighbor does.
  • You could also download a weather app for your apple or android device.
  • Prepare. 20% chance of rain means it can rain.
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Edit Warnings

  • If you are thinking about other computer software for weather, be careful of viruses!

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Categories: Meteorology

Recent edits by: With a Flair, Deardivebuddy, General Jackson

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