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 place at a specific time, including factors like 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 area over a significant period, typically 30 years or more.

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What does it mean if a place is described as having a dry climate?

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A dry climate means that the area receives very little rainfall throughout the year, leading to arid conditions.

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What is an example of weather?

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An example of weather is a sunny day, a rainy afternoon, or a snowy morning.

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What is an example of climate?

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An example of climate is the tropical climate of Hawaii, characterized by warm temperatures and high humidity year-round.

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How does weather differ from climate?

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Weather is the current state of the atmosphere, while climate is the average of weather conditions over a long period.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air, which can affect how hot or cold it feels.

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What does it mean if a forecast says there is a 10% chance of rain?

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A 10% chance of rain means that there is a low likelihood of rain occurring in that area during the forecast period.

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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 a typical characteristic of a humid climate?

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A humid climate is characterized by high levels of moisture in the air, often leading to warm temperatures and frequent rainfall.