What is Climatology?

The state of the atmosphere when it contains the maximum amount of water vapor possible at a given temperature and pressure.

A tropical cyclone, also called a hurricane, is a severe tropical storm with wind speeds in excess of 74 mph. Known as a...

A distinct layer in a body of water where the temperature changes rapidly with depth, separating warmer surface water from...

A large body of air having similar horizontal temperature and moisture characteristics.

A type of cloud consisting mostly of small particles such as ice particles.

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

The temperature at which air becomes saturated with moisture and water vapor begins to condense into liquid form, leading...

A tropical cyclone with sustained winds of at least 74 miles per hour, characterized by a central eye, strong winds, and...

The scientific study of climate, focusing on the analysis of long-term weather patterns and trends over time.

A rapidly rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm to the ground, capable of causing significant damage.