1. The study of, or the science of, the motions and phenomena of the atmosphere; especially, with a view to forecasting the weather: Before the last third of the 20th century, the term meteorology was used primarily in reference to the study of the winds, temperature, clouds, and other elements associated with weather.
2. Knowledge of the conditions of weather, atmospheric changes, etc., of a particular region: Meteorology is the scientific study of the physical and chemical phenomena of the atmosphere; especially, as they relate to weather and climate conditions.

Meteorology is now commonly used to include all of the scientific studies of the role of the atmosphere in the global climate systems.

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The use of meteorological information for agricultural purposes: Agricultural meteorology is used in the protection of crops from a predicted frost.

The process of reconstructing weather events for a certain location.

This is done by acquiring local weather reports, radar and satellite images, and eyewitness accounts.

Forensic meteorology is most often used in court cases for use by insurance companies or for a murder investigation.

The study of oceanic regions: Marine meteorology is a part of meteorology that consists of coastal and island areas, and it also assists in the needs of surface and air navigation over the seas.