Definitions
- Referring to a severe snowstorm with strong winds and reduced visibility. - Describing a weather event characterized by heavy snowfall and intense cold temperatures. - Talking about a winter storm that can cause travel disruptions and power outages.
- Describing a storm with heavy snowfall and low temperatures. - Referring to a weather event that can create hazardous conditions on roads and sidewalks. - Talking about a winter storm that can lead to school closures and flight cancellations.
List of Similarities
- 1Both refer to weather events involving snowfall.
- 2Both can cause travel disruptions and hazardous conditions.
- 3Both are associated with cold temperatures.
- 4Both can lead to school closures and flight cancellations.
- 5Both can require shoveling or clearing of snow.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Blizzard is more intense than a snowstorm, with stronger winds and reduced visibility.
- 2Duration: Blizzards typically last longer than snowstorms.
- 3Visibility: Blizzards often have significantly reduced visibility due to blowing snow, while snowstorms may have better visibility.
- 4Impact: Blizzards are more likely to cause power outages and major travel disruptions compared to snowstorms.
- 5Severity: Blizzards are considered more severe and dangerous than snowstorms.
Remember this!
Blizzard and snowstorm are both words used to describe winter weather events involving heavy snowfall and cold temperatures. However, the difference between them lies in their intensity, duration, visibility, impact, and severity. A blizzard is a more intense and severe snowstorm with stronger winds, reduced visibility, and a higher likelihood of causing power outages and major travel disruptions. On the other hand, a snowstorm refers to a storm with heavy snowfall and low temperatures, but it is generally less intense and severe than a blizzard.
