IELTS Speaking · Part 1
Nature & weather: IELTS Speaking Part 1 questions
Last updated 2 September 2026
In short
Weather
The examiner usually opens with something like: "What is the weather usually like where you live?"
Which kind of weather do you like best?
Does the weather ever change your plans?
Do you prefer hot weather or cold weather?
Is the weather where you live very different across the year?
Seasons
The examiner usually opens with something like: "Which season do you enjoy the most?"
What do you like to do in that season?
Is there a season you don't enjoy?
Do the seasons change a lot where you live?
Do people celebrate any particular season where you're from?
Nature
The examiner usually opens with something like: "Do you like being close to nature?"
Is there a natural place you like to visit?
Do you think it's important to protect nature?
Did you spend much time in nature as a child?
How do you feel when you're out in the countryside?
Animals and pets
The examiner usually opens with something like: "Do you have any pets, or did you have one growing up?"
Are pets popular in your country?
Do you have a favourite animal?
Do you think it's good for children to grow up with animals?
Would you like to have a pet in the future?
Flowers and plants
The examiner usually opens with something like: "Do you like having plants or flowers in your home?"
Do you or your family grow anything?
Do people often give flowers as gifts where you live?
Would you like to have a garden?
Do flowers make a difference to how a place feels?
Phrases for nature & weather answers
“I'm definitely a ... person when it comes to the weather.”
Stating a seasonal preference
“There's nothing quite like ... in the ...”
Describing a nature experience vividly
“It really depends on the season, because ...”
Adding nuance about seasonal change
“I find being outdoors ...”
Explaining how nature makes you feel