A guide to uncovering the mysteries of weather using close observation--decoding the ever-shifting alchemy of heat, water, and air to understand how it shapes our cities, woods, and hills. Why do pine cones close up in high umidity? Can perching birds tell you the direction of the wind? Gooley shows you how to "read" nature in order to detect what the weather is doing-- and predict what's coming. You'll discover distinct microclimates as you walk through the woods or down a city street. And once you can read the forecast in clouds, plants, and sunbeams, you might even delete your weather app! -- adapted from back cover. Provided by publisher.