What is the difference between the climate of

Carlisle and the weather in Carlisle?

Weather

• The day to day conditions of the atmosphere

Climate

• The average condition of weather in a certain place

Humidity

• The amount of moisture (water vapor) in the air

Arid

• Severe lack of water creating barren lands

• Which picture shows an area with high humidity?

Deciduous Trees

• Trees or shrubs that lose their leaves seasonally

Coniferous Trees

• Trees or shrubs that do not have leaves but needles.

• They stay green throughout the winter.

Timberline

• The spot on a mountain where trees and shrubs can no longer grow.

• Usually found between 5,000 and 10,000 ft.

Direct Sunlight

• Uninterrupted sun rays. Provide heat and energy.

Indirect Sunlight

• Light that is diffused or spread out. Provides little heat and energy.