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Climatologists in an area researching the climate.

 

What is a Climatologist?

A climatologist is a person who does research in areas to find out the climate of the area. They study weather patterns over several months and years to calculate what the weather will be like from that time period to 50 years from now. Climatologists have to analyze and interpret maps, charts, photographs, and other data.

 

How does one become a Climatologist?

To be a climatologist, one must have training several mathematic and scientific subjects. Some of the areas of study are physical chemistry, meterology, physics, statistics, and ecology. Most of the time, to become a climatologist you must receive a Bachelor's or Master's degree in meterology. Some climatologists work in a lab while others travel to several different areas to do research.

 

How much do Climatologist make?

Many people are in this field, such as a weather man on a television news station. The average salary of a climatologist a year is any where from $20,000 to $50,000 a year.

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