Weather Patterns and Fronts Overview

High altitudes have lower pressure resulting in a cooler climate.

A cold front is a boundary between warm and cold air, leading to storms.

The tilt of the Earth causes different sunlight angles and seasons.

Areas closer to the equator receive more direct sunlight year-round.

Water holds heat poorly; winds from the ocean can be cold.

Higher altitudes generally result in lower atmospheric pressure.

Living near the equator means experiencing warm temperatures and little seasonal change.

Latitude affects climate by changing temperature and seasonality.

A cold front is likely to cause rain with possible severe thunderstorms.

Earth's surface is heated unevenly on the day side, with poles getting less heat.

A low-pressure system typically leads to cloudy and rainy weather.

During El Niño, ocean waters warm, affecting evaporation rates.

Flooding is primarily caused by precipitation and runoff.

Evaporation returns water from Earth's surface to the atmosphere.

A terrarium simulates the water cycle by watering plants and exposing it to sunlight.

Rivers carry sediment from inland basins to wider areas.

Water changes temperature quickly, affecting wind temperature.

Faster wind feels colder; slower wind feels warmer.

Warm fronts are associated with cloud formations and precipitation.

Towns near oceans often have cooler climates due to wind.

Wind from the north brings cooler weather; from south brings warmth.

Wind is caused by differences in air temperature and pressure.

Sunlight strength varies; strongest at the equator, weakest at the poles.

Ocean currents like the Gulf Stream influence global climate patterns.