Translation guide
In Japanese, the concept of a weather report is most commonly expressed with 天気予報 (tenki yohō), which literally means 'weather forecast.' This is the standard term used in daily conversation and media. Other expressions exist for specific contexts, such as maritime weather reports or official meteorological bulletins.
天気予報
weather report
The most common way to refer to a weather report or forecast in everyday contexts, such as on TV, radio, or apps.
The standard term for 'weather forecast' or 'weather report.' Used universally in daily life.
明日の天気予報は雨です。
Tomorrow's weather report says rain.
天気予報を見ましたか。
Did you see the weather report?
In casual conversation, '天気' alone can refer to the weather report when context is clear, especially in phrases like '天気はどう？' (What's the weather like?).
Using '天気' alone is ambiguous; it can also just mean 'weather.' Use '天気予報' for clarity.
明日の天気はどう？
What's the weather report for tomorrow?
Specifically for weather reports related to sea conditions, used in shipping, fishing, or coastal contexts.
Refers to a marine weather forecast or report, often broadcast for ships.
海上予報によると、波が高いそうです。
According to the marine weather report, the waves are high.
A formal term for meteorological reports, often used for maritime or aviation weather bulletins.
気象通報を聞いてから出港します。
We'll set sail after listening to the weather report.
Formal or technical weather reports issued by meteorological agencies, often containing detailed data.
Refers to meteorological information or weather news, often used by official sources.
気象情報に注意してください。
Please pay attention to the weather report.
A general weather summary or outlook, often used in official bulletins.
天気概況では、週末は晴れる見込みです。
The weather report indicates it will be sunny this weekend.
天気予報 specifically means 'weather forecast/report,' while 天気 means 'weather' in general. In casual speech, 天気 can sometimes imply the forecast, but it's safer to use 天気予報 when referring to a report.
天気予報は当たらないこともある。
Weather reports aren't always accurate.
今日の天気はいいですね。
The weather is nice today, isn't it?