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?
A.Equatorial climate
B.China type climate
C.Humid subtropical climate
D.Marine West coast climate✓ Correct
Explanation
The Marine West Coast climate (Cfb in Köppen classification) is characterised by low annual and daily ranges of temperature due to the moderating influence of oceans, year-round precipitation from westerly winds and frontal systems, and total annual precipitation typically between 50 and 250 cm. Equatorial climate has very heavy rainfall (over 200 cm) and very high humidity, with extremely low temperature range but generally higher precipitation. China type and Humid subtropical climates have distinct dry/wet seasons with hotter summers and greater seasonal temperature variation. Hence the description best matches the Marine West Coast climate.
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