Meaning
Ask about current weather conditions.
Cultural Background
In Spain, weather talk is very common, especially during the transition between seasons. Mexicans often use 'clima' interchangeably with 'tiempo'. Argentines might use '¿Qué tal el tiempo?' as a variation.
The 'H' is silent
Remember that in Spanish, the letter 'h' is never pronounced. It is always silent.
Don't use 'ser'
Never say 'es tiempo'. It is grammatically incorrect for weather.
Meaning
Ask about current weather conditions.
The 'H' is silent
Remember that in Spanish, the letter 'h' is never pronounced. It is always silent.
Don't use 'ser'
Never say 'es tiempo'. It is grammatically incorrect for weather.
Use 'hoy'
Adding 'hoy' (today) makes your question sound more natural.
Test Yourself
Complete the phrase.
¿Qué tiempo _____?
The verb 'hacer' is required for weather.
Which is correct?
Select the correct way to ask about weather.
Only 'hacer' is used for weather.
Complete the dialogue.
A: ¿Qué tiempo hace? B: _____.
We also use 'hacer' to answer about weather.
Match the situation.
You are planning a trip to Spain.
This is the correct phrase for weather.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercises¿Qué tiempo _____?
The verb 'hacer' is required for weather.
Select the correct way to ask about weather.
Only 'hacer' is used for weather.
A: ¿Qué tiempo hace? B: _____.
We also use 'hacer' to answer about weather.
You are planning a trip to Spain.
This is the correct phrase for weather.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
8 questionsOnly for specific conditions like 'está nublado' (it is cloudy).
Yes, 'tiempo' means both weather and time.
It is an idiomatic way to describe atmospheric production.
It is neutral and suitable for all contexts.
Yes, it is understood everywhere.
Use 'clima' for long-term patterns.
Use 'Hace' + weather condition.
No, it is a standard polite question.
Related Phrases
Hace sol
builds onIt is sunny
Hace frío
builds onIt is cold
Está nublado
contrastIt is cloudy
