Weather vs Climate

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, while climate refers to the long-term average of weather conditions over a period of 30 years or more.

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What does weather vary from?

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Weather varies from day to day.

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What are climate conditions measured over?

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Climate conditions are measured over a period of 30 years or more.

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What is an example of climate?

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An example of climate is 'Houston is hot and humid in the summer.'

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What does high pressure above an area indicate?

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High pressure above an area can indicate stable weather conditions, often associated with clear skies.

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What are the conditions of the atmosphere at a certain time and place called?

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The conditions of the atmosphere at a certain time and place are called weather.

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What is an example of weather?

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An example of weather is 'It is raining today in Houston.'

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How long does climate take to change?

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Climate changes over long periods, typically decades to centuries.

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What factors influence climate?

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Factors that influence climate include latitude, altitude, proximity to oceans, and prevailing winds.

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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.