Winter

Front

What is the shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere?

Back

Winter Solstice

Front

What state of matter is snow?

Back

Solid

Front

How many inches of snow does an inch of rain typically make?

Back

Ten inches

Front

At what temperature in Celsius does water freeze?

Back

0 degrees

Front

What is the last holiday in December?

Back

New Year's Eve

Front

What is the phenomenon called when the sun is at its lowest point in the sky during winter?

Back

Winter Solstice

Front

What is the main characteristic of winter weather?

Back

Cold temperatures and precipitation in the form of snow or ice.

Front

What is the average temperature range during winter in the northern hemisphere?

Back

Typically between -10 to 5 degrees Celsius.

Front

What is the term for the amount of snowfall that occurs in a specific area?

Back

Snowfall accumulation

Front

What is the effect of winter on plant life?

Back

Many plants enter dormancy and stop growing.