Weather versus Climate

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What is climate?

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Climate is the long-term pattern of the atmosphere over a period of years.

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What is weather?

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Weather is the condition of the atmosphere on any given day.

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If it's raining today, is this an example of weather or climate?

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This is an example of weather.

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When planning an event 8 years from now, should you consider weather or climate?

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You should consider climate.

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What does it mean if it's foggy outside?

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This is an example of weather.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns.

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Can weather change quickly?

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Yes, weather can change from day to day or even hour to hour.

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Can climate change?

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Yes, climate can change over long periods due to various factors.

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What is an example of climate?

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An example of climate is the average temperature and precipitation in a region over many years.

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What is an example of weather?

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An example of weather is a sunny day or a thunderstorm.