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UPSC Prelims 2024 Question on – Marine West Coast Climate Characteristics
Q. 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?
✅ Correct Answer: (d) Marine West Coast Climate
Explanation:
- Marine west coast climate is found on the western margins of continents in mid-latitudes.
- Strong marine influence moderates temperature, resulting in low annual and daily temperature ranges.
- Rainfall occurs throughout the year, often due to westerlies and frontal systems.
- Annual precipitation ranges between 50 cm and 250 cm.
- Major regions include North-Western Europe, Pacific Northwest (USA), Southern Chile, New Zealand, and Southeastern Australia.
