Question

Climatological forecasts _________:

a. require knowledge of local and regional weather conditions at the time the forecast is made.
b. require knowledge of both local and regional weather conditions the day before the forecast is made.
c. require knowledge of local weather conditions in previous years.
d. require knowledge of regional weather conditions in previous years.

Answer 1

Climate refers to long-term atmospheric conditions, while weather refers to short-term conditions. Climatological forecasts are based on climate patterns and not specific daily weather events.

Step-by-step explanation:

Climate refers to the long-term, predictable atmospheric conditions of a specific area. The climate of a biome is characterized by having consistent seasonal temperature and rainfall ranges. Climate does not address the amount of rain that fell on one particular day in a biome or the colder-than-average temperatures that occurred on one day. In contrast, weather refers to the conditions of the atmosphere during a short period of time. Weather forecasts are usually made for 48-hour cycles. Long-range weather forecasts are available but can be unreliable.