Insolation (Q714)
Subject, term, tag: Insolation
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | Insolation |
Subject, term, tag: Insolation |
Statements
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026
The amount of solar radiation reaching the Earth by latitude and by season measured in W m –2. Usually, insolation refers to the radiation arriving at the top of the atmosphere. Sometimes it is specified as referring to the radiation arriving at the Earth’s surface. (English)
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026