Macroclimate
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-007076
The general climate of a large geographical region, such as a continent or a major ocean basin, encompassing broad atmospheric patterns and long-term weather conditions. It is determined by factors like latitude, altitude, and proximity to large bodies of water. This scale contrasts with microclimate and mesoclimate.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-007076 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
Record as JSON
{
"id": "MLC-T-MET-007076",
"term": "Macroclimate",
"field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
"definition": "The general climate of a large geographical region, such as a continent or a major ocean basin, encompassing broad atmospheric patterns and long-term weather conditions. It is determined by factors like latitude, altitude, and proximity to large bodies of water. This scale contrasts with microclimate and mesoclimate.",
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/macroclimate/"
}
Record 5,749 of 10,816 in Meteorology and atmospheric science terminology (MLC-0110). Request the full dataset.