What is Climatology?

A cold core high is a high-pressure system with cold air at its center. These systems are typically associated with clear...

The reflectance rate of a surface, indicating the amount of electromagnetic radiation reflected from the surface. It depends...

The upward movement of air caused by a topographic barrier, such as a mountain, which can lead to cloud formation and precipitation.

A measure of how hot it feels when relative humidity is combined with the actual air temperature, often referred to as the...

The jet stream forming the boundary between tropical air and sub-tropical air, characterized by isothermal compression and...

An instrument for measuring atmospheric pressure.

Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air cools and changes into liquid water. This process is crucial...

A measurement determined by the wave lengths and sea conditions caused by the effect of wind, and by the movement of tree...

A blizzard is a storm that lasts 3 hours or more, with persistent winds/frequent gusts of 35 mph or more along with significant...

Cloud or rain droplets containing pollutants, such as oxides of sulfur and nitrogen, to make them acidic.