Weather and Climate

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What is weather?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific area, including temperature, humidity, 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 region over an extended period, typically 30 years or more.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas or vapor, often due to heat.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds or dew.

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What is air pressure?

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Air pressure is the force exerted by the weight of air molecules on a surface, measured in units like pascals or millibars.

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What is a tornado?

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A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground, capable of causing significant damage.

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a large, organized storm system characterized by strong winds and heavy rain, forming over warm ocean waters.

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What is a blizzard?

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A blizzard is a severe snowstorm with strong sustained winds of 35 mph or more, causing low visibility and dangerous conditions.

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What is a thunderstorm?

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A thunderstorm is a rain-bearing cloud that produces lightning and thunder, often accompanied by heavy rain, strong winds, and hail.