BBC HomeExplore the BBC
Just to let you know, we're no longer updating this site. More information here

15 November 2009
Accessibility help
Text only
BBC Weather Center BBC Weather Centre

BBC Homepage
Skip this navigation panel

Contact Us

Like this page?
Send it to a friend!

 
   

WeatherWise - Glossary


A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Y
  Year: In meteorological terms, the full cycle of the seasons, that is, the time taken by the sun to transverse the Ecliptic completely - or Tropical Year. It is equal to 365.242194 mean solar days.



Back to Top
The BBC is not responsible for the content of external websites.

 


About the BBC | Help | Terms of Use | Privacy & Cookies Policy