天气，（通常指）恶劣天气
the weather, usually bad weather
We decided to brave the elements and go for a walk (= go for a walk despite the bad weather). 我们决定顶风冒雨去散步。
The stranded campers were left battling the elements on the mountain.
Naples is a fragile city, at constant risk from the elements.
I didn't want to expose my equipment to the elements.
The generators are housed in waterproof enclosures in order to withstand the elements.
See also: element (WEATHER)