Weather vs. Climate

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What is weather?

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Weather is the local, day-by-day variation in the atmosphere's condition, including temperature, precipitation, and wind.

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What is climate?

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Climate is the average weather conditions in a particular area over a long period of time.

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What does a thermometer measure?

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A thermometer measures how warm or cold the air is outside.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from the sky, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is a drought?

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A drought is a long period of time with little to no rainfall.

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What is an anemometer used for?

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An anemometer is a tool that measures wind speed.

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What is a barometer used for?

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A barometer is a tool that measures air pressure.

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What helps meteorologists make weather forecasts?

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Meteorologists use weather station data, information from satellites, and work with other meteorologists to make forecasts.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term average conditions.

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What is a meteorologist?

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A meteorologist is a scientist who studies weather and climate.