Temperature

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-002770",
  "term": "Temperature",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definitions": [
    "A measure of the average kinetic energy of the molecules within a substance, indicating its degree of hotness or coldness. In meteorology, it describes the thermal state of the atmosphere and is a fundamental variable in weather forecasting and climate studies. It is commonly measured in degrees Celsius, Fahrenheit, or Kelvin.",
    "(Abbrev. TEMP)- The temperature is a measure of the internal energy that a substance contains. This is the most measured quantity in the atmosphere."
  ],
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/temperature/"
}