Weather vs. Climate Change: Understanding the Difference
Unraveling the Nuances of Weather Patterns and Long-Term Climate Trends Weather and climate are often used interchangeably, but they have distinct meanings and implications. Weather refers to the short-term conditions of the atmosphere, including temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind. It can change rapidly, often within minutes or hours. Climate, on the other hand, encompasses the average weather patterns of a particular region over an extended period, typically decades or even centuries....