Wettertexten

Wettertexten is a term used in German-language discussions of weather communication to describe the textual presentation of weather information. It refers to how weather data are translated into written or scripted text for a variety of media, including television and radio forecasts, online portals, mobile apps, and social media. The concept emphasizes the textual and linguistic aspects of conveying meteorological information, alongside the underlying data.

The scope of Wettertexten includes the structure, wording, and style used to communicate forecast content. Typical considerations involve how time and location are established, the forecast itself, temperatures, chances of precipitation, precipitation type, wind, visibility, and any warnings or advisories. Uncertainty and probabilities are often expressed carefully to avoid misinterpretation. The approach also encompasses regional variations, audience needs, and the integration of graphics or icons that accompany the text.

In practice, Wettertexten relies on standardized templates and established terminology to ensure clarity and consistency across media. Texts are derived from official forecast products and meteorological data, adapted for readability and accessibility. The way information is framed—emphasizing immediacy, reliability, or danger—affects public comprehension and behavior, making the rhetoric of weather texts a topic of interest in journalism, linguistics, and risk communication.

See also: weather forecast, meteorology, risk communication.