Question

UPSC Prelims 2024 Question:

Consider the following description:

Annual and daily range of temperatures is low.

Precipitation occurs throughout the year.

Precipitation varies between 50cm - 250 cm

What is this type of climate?

1. Equatorial climate
2. China type of climate
3. Humid subtropical climate
4. Marine West coast climate

Answer (Detailed Solution Below)

Option 4: Marine West coast climate

Detailed Solution

Explanation:

Marine West Coast Climate:

It is located poleward from the Mediterranean climate on the west coast of the continents. The main areas are: Northwestern Europe, the west coast of North America, north of California, southern Chile, southeastern Australia and New Zealand.
Due to marine influence, the temperature is moderate and in winter, it is warmer than for its latitude. The mean temperature in summer months ranges from 15°-20°C and in winter 4°- 10°C. The annual and daily ranges of temperature are small. Precipitation occurs throughout the year. Precipitation varies greatly from 50-250 cm.

Therefore, option (4) is the correct answer.

Subject: Geography | Climate Weather and Atmosphere

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