Understanding Weather and Climate

What is weather?

• The forecast for the next week.

• The state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place.

• The temperature at a given location.

• The climate of a region over many years.

What is climate?

• Climate is the long-term average of weather in a specific region.

• Climate refers to the current weather conditions.

• Climate is the study of animal behavior in different seasons.

• Climate is the daily temperature in a region.

How long is the dry season in the Philippines?

• 1 year

• 6 months

• 9 months

• 3 months

When does the wet season start in the Philippines?

• September

• June

• March

• December

What is the typical temperature range during the warm months the Philippines?

• 20°C to 25°C

• 35°C to 40°C

• 32°C to 35°C

• 15°C to 20°C

What months are the hottest in the Philippines?

• June to August

• March to April

• September to November

• January to February

Where do people go to cool off during hot months?

• Beaches, swimming pools, lakes, and parks.

• Shopping malls

• Indoor gyms

• Movie theaters

What is the coldest month in the Philippines?

• February

• December

• January

• March

What is the lowest temperature in January?

• 15°C

• 0°C

• -10°C

• -30°C

What is the elevation of Baguio?

• 1200 meters

• 1800 meters

• 2000 meters

• 1540 meters