Meteorology

The study of the atmosphere and atmospheric phenomena as well as the atmosphere's interaction with the earth's surface, oceans, and life in general. A distinction can be drawn between meteorology and climatology, the latter being primarily concerned with average, not actual, weather conditions.

The science of weather-related phenomena. See weather, climate.

Meteorology Study of the atmosphere and its phenomena, including its structure, properties, and physical processes.

The science dealing with the atmosphere and its phenomena. A distinction can be drawn between meteorology and climatology, the latter being primarily concerned with average, not actual, weather conditions.