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Encyclopediaclimateclimate, average condition of the atmosphere near the earth's surface over a long period of time, taking into account temperature, precipitation (see rain), humidity, wind, barometric pressure, and other phenomena. Sections in this article: The Columbia Electronic Encyclopedia, 6th ed. Copyright © 2007, Columbia University Press. All rights reserved. More on climate from Infoplease:
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- Climate of 100 Selected U.S. Cities - Climate of 100 Selected U.S. Cities City Average monthly temperature (°F)1 Precipitation ...
- Major Biomes of the World - Major Biomes of the World Arctic Tundra Coniferous Forest Deciduous Forest Desert Grasslands ...
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