Mediterranean climate
A mediterranean climate is one that resembles those of lands bordering the Mediterranean Sea. It is usually experienced between 30 to 50 degrees north and 30 to 40 degrees south of the Equator.
Precipitation
As an example, San Francisco in California, USA, has 350-450mm of rain from November to February each year, but receives less than 100mm of rain for the rest of the year.
Temperatures
Because of the proximity to large bodies of water, temperatures are generally moderate with a comparatively small range of temperatures between the winter low and summer high. Temperatures during winter will rarely reach freezing, and snow is almost unheard of. In the summer, the temperatures, while warm, don't reach the high levels of inland desert areas. The average temperature for most places experiencing this climate is 8 degrees Celsius in winter and 27 degrees Celsius in summer.
The subtropical western coasts of continental landmasses typically experience such climates. Examples include Coastal California, Western Australia, Cape Province in South Africa, and central Chile.
External link
- Explanation of Mediterranean Climate (http://www.uwsp.edu/geo/faculty/ritter/geog101/textbook/climate_systems/mediterranean.html)
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