When asking about the weather,which of these is more appropriate?

Question

¿Qué tiempo hace? or ¿Como es el clima?. Which is the more appropriate way to ask about the weather?

Answer 1

The most appropiate is "¿Qué tiempo hace?" however most of people say "¿Cómo está el clima?"

Answer 2

Asking about the weather and the climate are two different things. The weather would be about a specific time, like today or tomorrow. The climate would be about the yearly climate. For instance, down south the weather may be cold, but the climate is generally warmer.

Answer 3

I think phrases using "qué tiempo" or "cuál tiempo" are used more often.