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I don't really understand the use of こと here, any help? (lemmy.world)
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[–] cameron_@lemmy.world 4 points 8 months ago* (last edited 8 months ago)

I would translate のこと as 'regarding' or 'about'. It shouldn't really change the meaning but is just a slightly more indirect way of saying 'the weather will be x'. Maybe you've also heard of あなたのことが好き(すき)です as a way to confess your feelings. The meaning should be the same as あなたが好きです but it might be perceived as more indirect and polite I guess.