1. the state of the air and atmosphere at a particular time and place : the temperature and other outside conditions (such as rain, cloudiness, etc.) at a particular time and place
climate; noun
2. the usual weather conditions in a particular place or region
3. the usual or most widespread mood or conditions in a place
Sen. James Inhofe (R-OK), chair of the Environment and Public Works Senate Committee, Feb. 26, 2015