snow level
The term "snow level" is used to describe the altitude at which snow begins to fall or the depth of accumulated snow, often important in weather forecasting and ecological studies.
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Definition
B2Meteorology
(technical)The elevation above which snow falls during precipitation and below which it turns to rain.
Example
- The snow level is expected to drop to 2,000 feet tonight.
C1Geography
(technical)The lowest altitude at which snow remains on the ground year-round.
Example
- The snow level in this region marks the boundary between alpine and subalpine zones.
B1General
The depth of snow that has accumulated on the ground.
Example
- The snow level reached two feet after the storm.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "snow level":
snow linesnow coversnow upwater levelsnow outground levelflight levelwhite snowdead levelski slopelevel set