klimatológia

Klimatológia is the scientific study of climate, which encompasses the statistical analysis of weather patterns over periods of time ranging from months to millions of years. It is a subfield of meteorology and atmospheric science. Klimatológia focuses on understanding the causes of climate and climate change, as well as the impacts of these changes on the Earth's surface and atmosphere.

Key aspects of klimatológia include the examination of long-term atmospheric circulation, ocean currents, and the interaction between the atmosphere and other Earth systems like oceans, land, and ice. Scientists in this field analyze historical climate data, construct climate models, and project future climate scenarios. This involves studying phenomena such as temperature variations, precipitation patterns, wind systems, and extreme weather events over extended periods.

The discipline seeks to explain both natural climate variability and the influence of human activities on the climate system. Understanding these factors is crucial for addressing challenges like global warming, climate change adaptation, and mitigation strategies. Klimatológia provides the scientific foundation for many environmental policies and international agreements related to climate. It draws upon physics, chemistry, geography, and mathematics to interpret complex atmospheric and oceanic processes.