Shine
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-008843
The direct emission of light from the sun, often referring to periods of clear skies when solar radiation reaches the Earth's surface unimpeded. The duration of sunshine is a meteorological parameter measured by instruments like the Campbell-Stokes recorder. It is distinct from diffuse sky radiation, which is scattered by atmospheric particles.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-008843 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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