“Klimaat” is the Dutch word for “climate,” which refers to the long-term patterns and averages of weather conditions in a specific region or globally. It encompasses factors such as temperature, humidity, precipitation, wind, and atmospheric pressure over extended periods, typically 30 years or more. Climate is influenced by various elements including geographic location, altitude, and proximity to oceans and other bodies of water. It is distinct from weather, which describes short-term atmospheric conditions. The study of climate is essential for understanding environmental changes, weather patterns, ecological systems, and the impacts of human activities on the planet, including climate change and global warming.