Winter cold is the result of limited insolation and of the brevity of the daylight period.

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Limited insolation (incoming solar radiation) during winter months means that less sunlight and solar energy is reaching the Earth's surface. Additionally, the daylight period is shorter during winter months, which further reduces the amount of time for this limited sunlight to heat up the atmosphere and the Earth's surface. These factors contribute to colder temperatures during the winter season.

Winter Cold Is the Result of Limited Insolation and of the Brevity