Weather is driven by air pressure, temperature, and moisture differences between one place and another. These differences can occur due to the Sun's angle at any particular spot, which varies with latitude.

What is the main driving factor of weather?

Sunlight Intensity Is a Key Component of Climate

Directly or indirectly, the sun provides energy for living organisms, and it drives our planet's weather and climate patterns. Because Earth is spherical, energy from the sun does not reach all areas with equal strength.

What drives our weather and climate?

Weather on Earth is caused by heat from the sun and movement of the air. All weather happens in the lower layer of Earth's atmosphere, which is a layer of gases surrounding Earth. ... This movement of air is what we call wind. Winds bring changes in the weather, such as clear sunny skies or heavy rain.