Weather refers to the state of the atmosphere at a specific place and time, encompassing various atmospheric conditions such as temperature, humidity, precipitation, wind, and visibility. It describes short-term changes in these conditions, which can fluctuate from minute to minute or hour to hour. Weather is influenced by a variety of factors including geographic location, altitude, and atmospheric pressure. It is distinct from climate, which refers to the long-term average of weather patterns over extended periods in a particular region. Weather phenomena can include clear skies, rain, snow, thunderstorms, and hurricanes, impacting daily life, agriculture, and the environment.
An intense storm, Laurence, impacts the Iberian Peninsula with significant rainfall, creating three distinctive weather fronts. The sequence begins with a warm front over the Gulf of Cádiz, followed by…
The Casasola Reservoir in southern Spain surpassed its 21.72 hectometer capacity, reaching 22 hectometers, showcasing resilience against nature's force. Designed to manage surges from the Campanillas River, the reservoir held…
A powerful storm hit Victoria, causing widespread power outages and affecting 13,500 residents across Benalla and Wangaratta districts. The storm, marked by intense lightning, tested the AusNet network's resilience, leading…