1.
bad weather; inclement weather; adverse weather conditions
A formal compound noun used to describe unfavorable weather conditions that interfere with planned events, travel, or outdoor activities.
天候不良のため中止です。
It is canceled due to bad weather.
天候不良により、便が欠航になった。
The flight was canceled due to inclement weather.
天候不良が続いたため、農作物に大きな被害が出た。
Because of the continued bad weather, the crops suffered significant damage.
A formal compound of 天候 (weather) and 不良 (poor, defective). Primarily used in official announcements, news reports, and signage to explain cancellations or delays.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 天候不良のため: due to bad weather
- 天候不良により: on account of adverse weather
- 天候不良が予想される: bad weather is expected
- 天候不良の影響: the effects of bad weather
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 悪天候: bad weather — also formal, slightly more common in news reporting
- 荒天: stormy weather — implies more severe conditions (strong wind, heavy rain)
- 天気が悪い: the weather is bad — casual everyday expression
USAGE:
You will see this on signs at airports, train stations, and event venues. The pattern 〜のため中止 (canceled due to ~) or 〜により延期 (postponed due to ~) is extremely common.