∙ An area of the earth's surface between two parallels of latitude. obsolete
∙ A region of the Earth. obsolete
∙ The long-term manifestations of weather and other atmospheric conditions in a given area or country, now usually represented by the statistical summary of its weather conditions during a period long enough to ensure that representative values are obtained (generally 30 years).
∙ The context in general of a particular political, moral etc. situation. figuratively