Synonyms for

Climate

Verb / ˈklaɪmʌt / / ˈklaɪmɪt / Another word for climate — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The average weather conditions over a long period of time in a specific area.

Synonyms & similar words

clime mood weather atmosphere environment conditions microclimate temperature clime zone region area locale terrain landscape topography geography ecology biome biosphere habitat

Synonyms by register

Formal

prevailing conditions atmospheric conditions environmental conditions

Informal

vibe atmosphere mood

Literary

temper clime

Antonyms

weather calm stillness mildness gentleness

Common collocations

  • climate change
  • global climate
  • climate crisis
  • climate action
  • climate patterns
  • climate data
  • climate science
  • climate zone

Word family

noun climate
adjective climatic

Usage note

While 'climate' and 'weather' are sometimes used interchangeably in casual speech, 'climate' refers to long-term patterns, whereas 'weather' refers to short-term atmospheric conditions.

Example sentences

  1. The climate in Alaska is very cold and snowy.
  2. The climate in the desert is very hot and dry.
  3. The climate in New York is humid in the summer and cold in the winter.
  4. The climate in California is warm and sunny all year round.
  5. The climate in the rainforest is very wet and humid.

Quotes

  • Climate is what we expect, weather is what we get.
  • The climate crisis is the single greatest threat facing our planet.
  • Climate change is real, it is happening right now. It is the most urgent threat facing our entire species.

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