Temperate climate

Climate Zones

• The north temperate zone spans from the Tropic of Cancer to the Arctic Circle.
• The south temperate zone extends from the Tropic of Capricorn to the Antarctic Circle.
• Subdivisions based on temperatures and rainfall include the subtropical zone and the cool temperate zone.
• The cool temperate zone comprises oceanic and continental climates.
• The middle latitude zone is found between 35° and 66.5° north and south of the equator, influenced by polar and tropical zones.

Subtropical Climates

• Subtropical zones are closer to the equator within the temperate zone.
• Experience warmer temperatures, longer summers, and milder winters.
• Freezing precipitation is rare.
• Includes humid subtropical and monsoon subtropical climates.
• Warm ocean currents often influence areas with humid subtropical climates.

Mediterranean Climates

• Characterized by dry summers and wet winters.
• Found at the western edges of continents.
• Regions like the Mediterranean Basin, coastal California, and parts of Australia exhibit Mediterranean climates.
• Have distinct rainfall patterns compared to other subtropical climates.

Subtropical Highland Climates

• Variants of oceanic climates in mountainous regions.
• Feature mild temperatures year-round.
• Cfb climates have evenly spread rainfall throughout the year.
• Cwb climates experience significant monsoon influence.
• Common in mountainous areas of the tropics or subtropics.

Unique Climate Subtypes

• Subpolar oceanic climates are cooler oceanic climates located closer to polar regions.
• Cold Summer Mediterranean Climates (Csc) are found in high-elevation areas near coastal Csb climates.
• Human aspects include population distribution, farming practices, and urbanization effects in temperate regions.

Temperate climate Data Sources