Climate

usgb/ˈklaɪmət/
noun

The usual weather conditions in a particular area or region.

The tropical climate is unbearably hot and humid.
Visual representation of "climate" - The usual weather conditions in a particular area or region.

Often appears as...

  • change in climate
  • tropical climate
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Geographic Variability

Climate can change significantly from one geographic area to another, highlighting the region's characteristics.

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The climate in the Arctic differs greatly from that in the Sahara Desert.
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Subjective Interpretation

People describe climate based on personal experience, so descriptions can be subjective.

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She found the climate to be mild, but he thought it was quite chilly.
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Not Weather

'Climate' refers to usual conditions over time, unlike 'weather' which is daily or short-term.

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Even with today's storm, the region's climate is generally dry.
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