Self-Check: Interpreting Weather Maps

Study the map and then see if you can answer the questions below. You can refer back to the previous page if you need a review.

At which point are the skies most likely clear and the winds light?
 

High pressure areas bring clear skies and light winds. Point A is a high pressure area.

At which point is a cold front shown?
 

The cold front is shown at Point B.

At which point is a stationary front shown?
 

The stationary front is shown at Point C.

At which point are there likely long-lingering clouds?
 

Stationary fronts bring long-lingering clouds. This is at Point C.