summerlike

Summerlike is an adjective used to describe something that resembles or is characteristic of summer. It can refer to weather, atmosphere, or the overall sensory impression of the season, such as warmth, brightness, and outdoor activity.

Etymology and scope: The term is formed from summer plus the suffix -like, and may be written summerlike or summer-like, indicating resemblance. It is common in everyday speech and journalism but not a formal meteorological term. In climate reporting, it may denote conditions that are warm and sunny with long daylight hours, typical of summer rather than the current calendar season.

Usage examples: In weather forecasts, a "summerlike day" may describe temperatures in the high 70s or low 80s Fahrenheit (around 25-28°C). In arts and culture, the word can describe a summerlike color palette (yellows, blues, greens) or a mood evoking vacation, leisure, or harvest season.

See also: summer, warm weather, seasonality.