Snow climate
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-008972
A climatic regime characterized by persistent snow cover for a substantial portion of the year. These regions experience cold temperatures that allow snow to accumulate and remain on the ground for several months, influencing local ecosystems and hydrological cycles. Such climates are often found in polar regions and high-altitude mountainous areas.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-008972 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| See also | Snow forest climate |
Record as JSON
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"term": "Snow climate",
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"definition": "A climatic regime characterized by persistent snow cover for a substantial portion of the year. These regions experience cold temperatures that allow snow to accumulate and remain on the ground for several months, influencing local ecosystems and hydrological cycles. Such climates are often found in polar regions and high-altitude mountainous areas.",
"see_also": [
"snow forest climate"
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"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/snow-climate/"
}
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