Editor's Comparative Analysis
When choosing between Journal of Applied Meteorology and Climatology and Journal of Climate, researchers should consider the trade-off between prestige (Journal of Climate leads with an IF of 4.90) and publication speed.
Journal of Applied Meteorology and Climatology is published in United States, while Journal of Climate is headquartered in United States. Both titles are verified via the JournalsHub Live Indexing Tracker for 2026.
| Academic Metric | Journal of Applied Meteorology and Climatology | Journal of Climate |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Publisher | American Meteorological Society | American Meteorological Society |
| Country of Origin | United States | United States |
| Established | 1962 | 1988 |
| Editor-in-Chief | See Website | See Website |
| Scientific Influence | ||
| Current Impact Factor |
2.60
|
4.90
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| Indexing Status |
OpenAlex
|
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| Review Speed (Decision) |
70 days
Standard
|
120 days
Standard
|
| Acceptance Rate | 42.00% | 30.00% |
| Access & Publication Fees | ||
| Open Access Type | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| APC Fee (Estimated) | $3,500.00 | $3,500.00 |
Historical Impact Factor Comparison
About Journal of Applied Meteorology and Climatology
Journal of Applied Meteorology and Climatology is a prominent academic journal specializing in Atmospheric Science, Climate Science and Meteorology. Published by American Meteorological Society in United States, the journal serves as an essential platform for researchers to share high-quality scholarly work. It is a subscription-based publication identified by ISSN 1558-8424. …
View Full ProfileAbout Journal of Climate
Journal of Climate is a prominent academic journal specializing in Atmospheric Science, Climate Science and Oceanography. Published by American Meteorological Society in United States, the journal serves as an essential platform for researchers to share high-quality scholarly work. It is a subscription-based publication identified by ISSN 0894-8755. With a current …
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