Physical climate

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-007931",
  "term": "Physical climate",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The long-term average state of the atmosphere, oceans, land surface, and cryosphere, described by physical variables such as temperature, precipitation, wind, and humidity. It encompasses the statistical description of these elements and their interactions over periods of decades or longer. This concept forms the basis for understanding Earth's climate system and its natural variability and anthropogenic changes.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/physical-climate/"
}