The book provides an introduction to the fascinating world of weather and climate. It places particular emphasis on a clear presentation. This is further supported by the numerous illustrations, which have been expanded by about 20 in this edition. After discussing the physical foundations of the atmosphere, the chapters focus on synoptic weather phenomena and weather forecasting. The general circulation then serves as the link between short-term weather and long-term climate behavior. The chapters on climate change and urban climate conclude the book. Compared to the 4th edition, the explanations regarding the weather-determining long waves in the atmosphere, the behavior of hurricanes, and weather forecasting models have been significantly expanded.