Weather - Page 97

Weather refers to the state of the atmosphere at a specific place and time, encompassing various conditions such as temperature, humidity, precipitation, wind, and visibility. It is a short-term expression of atmospheric conditions, typically measured over hours or days. Weather can change rapidly and is distinct from climate, which describes long-term patterns and averages of weather in a particular area over extended periods, usually decades or centuries. Common weather phenomena include sunny days, rain, snow, storms, and fog, and they significantly influence daily life, natural ecosystems, and human activities. Meteorology is the science that studies weather patterns and phenomena to provide forecasts and understand atmospheric processes.