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 patterns in a particular area.

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What does 'weather' mean?

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Weather is the state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place, including factors like temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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What does 'climate' mean?

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Climate is the average weather conditions in a region over a long period, typically 30 years or more.

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Is 'windy' an example of weather or climate?

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Weather

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Is 'humid' an example of weather or climate?

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Weather

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Is 'tropical' an example of weather or climate?

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Climate

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Is 'Arctic' an example of weather or climate?

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Climate

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Is 'overcast' an example of weather or climate?

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Weather

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What are some examples of weather conditions?

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Sunny, rainy, windy, snowy, foggy.

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What are some examples of climate types?

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Tropical, arid, temperate, polar.