Meteorologists often refer to climatological seasons rather than astronomical seasons because it provides a more accurate representation of the typical weather patterns during a particular time of the year. Astronomical seasons are based on the Earth's position in relation to the sun, with the solstices and equinoxes marking the beginnings of each season. However, these seasonal transitions do not always align with the actual weather experienced in different regions.
Climatological seasons, on the other hand, are based on long-term weather data collected over many years. Meteorologists analyze historical weather patterns to determine the average temperatures, precipitation levels, and other meteorological factors for a specific time...