TEMP

Temp is a common abbreviation with several meanings. In science and everyday language, temp most often refers to temperature, a physical quantity that expresses the degree of hotness or coldness of an object or environment. Temperature is measured with thermometers and reported in degrees Celsius, Fahrenheit, or Kelvin. The Celsius and Fahrenheit scales are relative, while Kelvin is an absolute scale used in scientific contexts. Conversions between scales follow standard formulas: C = (F − 32) × 5/9 and K = C + 273.15.

In meteorology, engineering, and daily life, temperature is a fundamental variable that influences weather, climate, chemical reactions, material properties, and biological processes. Temperature data can be recorded over time and space to analyze trends or to calibrate equipment.

Temp also denotes temporary data in computing. A temporary file or directory stores intermediate or transient information during program execution. These files are typically deleted when no longer needed or when the system restarts. Common locations include the Unix /tmp directory, and the Windows TEMP or TMP environment variables that point to a temporary folder used by applications.

Informally, temp can refer to something temporary or to a temporary worker. The term is widely used as shorthand across technical, educational, and professional contexts.