Absolute temperature extremes
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-003193
The highest and lowest air temperatures ever recorded at a specific geographical location since observations began. These values represent the ultimate maximum and minimum temperatures experienced, providing a historical context for the thermal range of a climate. They are distinct from average or normal temperature ranges.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-003193 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| See also | Temperature extremes |
Record as JSON
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