Weather refers to the atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a particular time. It encompasses various elements such as temperature, humidity, precipitation (rain, snow, sleet, hail), wind speed and direction, and atmospheric pressure. Weather is characterized by short-term changes and can vary significantly from day to day or even hour to hour. It is different from climate, which refers to the long-term average of weather patterns in a given area over an extended period. Weather influences daily activities, travel, agriculture, and natural phenomena, and is typically observed and reported to help people prepare for immediate conditions. Various tools and technologies, including weather satellites, radar, and meteorological instruments, are used to measure and predict weather patterns.
Japan experiences a rare weather event with winter and spring battling for dominance. Kyushu and Okinawa suffer from unexpected wintry conditions, with temperatures below midwinter averages. Snowfall is predicted to…
A severe storm impacted the AusNet network, causing power outages for approximately 13,500 customers. Areas affected included Benalla, Wodonga, Wangaratta, and Myrtleford. Lightning strikes contributed significantly to the power disruptions.…