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Climate
Of or pertaining to the particular type of environment that exists in an area. It classifies temperature, rainfall, vegetation, as well as the natural geography of an area.
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steppe climate
Natural environment; Climate
Climates at the upper end of the 'dry climate' classification (within the Köppen climate classification) in terms of precipitation are steppe climates.
mesothermal climate
Natural environment; Climate
Areas with coldest month average temperatures between -3°C and 18°C, and warmest month temperatures above 10°C qualify as having a temperate climate.
temperate climate
Natural environment; Climate
Areas with coldest month average temperatures between -3°C and 18°C, and warmest month temperatures above 10°C qualify as having a temperate climate.
mediterranean climate
Natural environment; Climate
These areas have hot, dry summers and unpredictable, rainy winters.
dry-summer subtropical
Natural environment; Climate
These areas have hot, dry summers and unpredictable, rainy winters.
humid subtropical climate
Natural environment; Climate
A climate normally occurring in the interiors or east coasts of continents, usually with humid summers and dry winters.
maritime temperate climates
Natural environment; Climate
Climates influenced by nearby polar fronts, often with overcast and cool summers, but moderate winters.
