Consider the following description: 1. Annual and daily range of temperatures is low. 2. Precipitation…

Consider the following description: 1. Annual and daily range of temperatures is low. 2. Precipitation occurs throughout the year. 3. Precipitation varies between 50 cm – 250 cm. What is this type of climate?
  1. Equatorial climate
  2. China type climate
  3. Humid subtropical climate
  4. Marine West coast climate

Solution

The Marine West Coast (cool temperate maritime) climate is characterised by low annual and daily temperature ranges, precipitation throughout the year and rainfall in the range of about 50-250 cm.

Asked in: UPSC Prelims 2024

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