Climate vs. Weather

Which of the following best describes weather?

• day to day conditions of the atmosphere at a place in regards to heat, dryness, sunshine, wind, rain, etc.

• long-term conditions (months/years) of the atmosphere at a place in regards to heat, dryness, sunshine, wind, rain, etc.

Which of the following best describes climate?

• day to day conditions of the atmosphere at a place in regards to heat, dryness, sunshine, wind, rain, etc.

• long-term conditions (months/years) of the atmosphere at a place in regards to heat, dryness, sunshine, wind, rain, etc.

It is raining outside right now.

• weather

• climate

The high temperature today will be near 75 degrees F.

• weather

• climate

The average winter temperature is 30 degrees F.

• weather

• climate

The meteorologist predicts that tomorrow, it will be very windy outside.

• Weather

• Climate

Which of the following best describe the term 'climate'?

• the day to day changes in the atmosphere around us

• is taken over a long period of time

• precipitation

• is taken over a short period of time

Which of the following best describe the term 'weather'?

• day to day changes in the atmosphere
• long-term pattern in the weather
• measured over many years
• wind and rain

I hear Australia is warm all year round! Let's go to Australia for vacation!

• weather

• climate

The temperature increased quickly overnight. I may need to get my summer clothes out.

• weather

• climate