Meaning & use
Microclimates
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Localized atmospheric conditions that differ from the surrounding area, often due to terrain, vegetation, or urban structures.
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The valley's microclimates allow vineyards to thrive despite the region's generally cold winters.
Urban microclimates can make city centers several degrees warmer than nearby suburbs.
A note on using this word
A microclimate can span anything from a few square meters, like a garden courtyard, to an entire valley.
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