Mars Weather Glossary
Short explanations for common terms used in Mars weather reports.
Sol
A Martian day. One sol is about 24 hours and 39 minutes.
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Min/Max Temp
Lowest and highest surface temperature recorded during a sol.
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Pressure
Atmospheric pressure on Mars, measured in pascals.
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Dust Storm
Wind-driven dust events that can obscure sunlight and instruments.
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Season
Mars has seasons due to its axial tilt, similar to Earth.
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Thermal Inertia
How quickly the ground heats up or cools down.
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Atmospheric Opacity
How much dust in the air blocks sunlight.
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Wind Speed
How fast air is moving near the surface.
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Why It Matters
Understanding these terms helps interpret daily Mars conditions and rover operations.