Climate snow line

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-004353",
  "term": "Climate snow line",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The average elevation above which snow persists on the ground throughout the entire year, representing the lower limit of perennial snow cover. This line is determined by a balance between snowfall accumulation and snowmelt, influenced by temperature and precipitation patterns. The climate snow line is a key indicator of regional climate conditions and glacier health.",
  "synonyms": [
    "climatic snow line"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/climate-snow-line/"
}