Weather vs. Climate

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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 factors like 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 or more.

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Give an example of weather.

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An example of weather is a rainy day with temperatures of 60°F.

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Give an example of climate.

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An example of climate is the Mediterranean climate, characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters.

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What does a meteorologist do?

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A meteorologist studies the atmosphere and weather patterns to predict weather conditions.

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How does weather differ from climate?

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Weather is short-term and can change quickly, while climate is long-term and stable over years.

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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, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is temperature?

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Temperature is a measure of how hot or cold something is, usually measured in degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air, often expressed as a percentage.

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What is a weather forecast?

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A weather forecast is a prediction of what the weather will be like in the near future, based on meteorological data.