Tropical Climates Overview

A tropical climate is characterized by having a mean temperature of at least 18°C in every month.

Both climates have consistently high temperatures year-round, but in the Tropical Monsoon climate, there's a significant difference between day and night temperatures, while in the Tropical Rainforest climate, the difference in temperature throughout the year is less than the average change in temperature.

The Tropical Savannah climate is characterized by distinct wet and dry seasons, unlike the consistent rainfall of the Tropical Rainforest climate and the monsoon rains of the Tropical Monsoon climate.

<p>The temperature in a Tropical Monsoon climate typically ranges between 21°C and 30°C throughout the year.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Subtropical Monsoon climate, unlike the Tropical Monsoon climate, is not as hot. This is due to its location outside of the tropics and the influence of cooler air masses from higher latitudes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The shifting direction of winds, particularly the movement of wind from the ocean to the land during the summer months, leads to the formation of rain clouds and the associated monsoon season.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Continental climates are characterized by large temperature differences between seasons, with a significantly colder period, while tropical climates have consistently high temperatures year-round.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The diagram demonstrates that low pressure over warmer ocean water (winter) pulls air from the cooler ocean (summer), creating high pressure there. This cyclical shift in pressure is a primary driver of the monsoon cycle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>These latitudes, the Tropic of Cancer at 23.5°N and the Tropic of Capricorn at 23.5°S, mark the boundaries of the tropical zone, which is characterized by consistently high temperatures and the presence of tropical climates.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tropical Savannah climates are found in Central America, northern parts of South America, southern parts of North America, northern Australia, and Nigeria.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A climate where every month has mean temperatures of at least 18°C.

A climate with consistent temperature (21°C to 30°C) and high humidity, no distinct seasons.

A climate characterized by distinct wet and dry seasons, with lower rainfall than rainforests.

A climate with high temperatures (21°C to 30°C) and abundant rainfall during monsoon season.

A climate similar to tropical monsoon, but with less rainfall (<60mm) and cooler temperatures.

A climate with large temperature differences, especially cold winters in the interior of continents.

The latitude line at 23.5°N, marking the northernmost point of the tropics.

The latitude line at 23.5°S, marking the southernmost point of the tropics.

A weather system associated with fair, calm weather and often seen in summer.

A weather system associated with storms and precipitation, often seen in winter.