Climate vs Weather (Sorting Activity)

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What is Weather?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, including temperature, precipitation, and wind.

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What is Climate?

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Climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a particular area over a significant period, typically 30 years.

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Example of Weather:

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It snowed 5 inches last night.

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Example of Climate:

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The Earth has been warming more and more every year.

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What does it mean when we say 'It usually rains a lot in April'?

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This statement refers to Climate, as it describes a long-term pattern of rainfall.

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What is the difference between Weather and Climate?

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Weather is short-term and can change quickly, while Climate is long-term and stable.

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If it has not rained this month, what does that refer to?

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This refers to Weather.

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What does 'This winter might be colder than normal' indicate?

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This statement refers to Climate, as it suggests a comparison to long-term averages.

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What is an example of a Climate-related statement?

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The average temperature in July is 85°F.

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What is an example of a Weather-related statement?

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It is currently 72°F and sunny.