This is the 2183rd most frequent Japanese word.
気候
"気候" means "climate."
In this sentence, 気候 refers to the general characteristic of Japan's weather patterns over an extended period, emphasizing the noticeable seasonal changes.
日本の気候は四季がはっきりしている。
Japan's climate has distinct four seasons.
Here, 気候 is used to describe the overall weather conditions of a specific country, highlighting it as agreeable and pleasant.
この国の気候は暖かく過ごしやすい。
The climate of this country is warm and comfortable.
In this usage, 気候 is part of the term 気候変動, signifying global shifts in weather patterns rather than a particular region's climate.