Isotherm

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-001458",
  "term": "Isotherm",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definitions": [
    "A line on a weather map or chart connecting points that have the same temperature at a given time or for a given period. Isotherms are used to visualize temperature distribution and gradients across a geographic area. The spacing of isotherms indicates the magnitude of the temperature gradient, with closely packed lines representing a rapid change in temperature over a short distance.",
    "A line connecting points of equal temperature."
  ],
  "see_also": [
    "thermoisopleth"
  ],
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/isotherm/"
}