Aneroid: The literal meaning is “not wet”; containing no liquid. Usually it describes a kind of barometer that contains no liquid: an aneroid barometer. Blowout win for Chicago Bears, who turn focus ...

Q. I have a hand-carved barometer that is not in working condition. It 30 inches tall and is thought to be from Germany. What can you tell me about its history and value? – L.M. A. There are all sorts ...

Barometers are devices that measure atmospheric pressure (also known as “air pressure” or “barometric pressure”). You can use these readings to predict the weather. For instance, high pressure ...

I don't know about you, but I've been a regular watcher of the local TV news for decades. The news and sports are well and good, but the weather forecast is always the main event. When the temps start ...

Knowing the air pressure is really important in forecasting as it can indicate short term changes in the weather. The instruments that measure air pressure are called 'barometers'. They work by ...