Temperature range
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-009538
The difference between the maximum and minimum temperatures recorded over a specific period, such as a day, month, or year, at a given location. It quantifies the variability of thermal conditions. Large temperature ranges are common in continental climates, while oceanic climates tend to have smaller ranges.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-009538 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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