There are numerous factors that affect climate.
Some affect temperature, some moisture, and some affect both.
For each of the following 5 factors, write down the relationship and draw a graph/diagram.
1. How does latitude affect climate?
As latitude ________, the averageannual temperature _________.
0° Latitude 90°
Tem
per
atu
redecreases
increases
2.How does closeness to a large body of water affect climate?
Water __________ the temperature._______ summers. _______ winters.
City B is closer to a large body of water.
Its temperature line is flatter (moderated).
moderates
Cities A & B are located at the same latitude.
Cooler Warmer
The windward sides of the Adirondacks & Catskills receive a great deal more
precipitation
The leeward sides of the
Adirondacks & Catskills
receive much less
precipitation
3. How does the Orographic Effect
affect climate?
Windward Side: ___________Leeward Side: _____________
cool, moistwarm, dry
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We live in the troposphere. Temperature decreases
with elevation.
During summer, temperature is strongly controlled by elevation -- cold at the higher reaches of the Alaska and Brooks Ranges, and warmer in the lowlands.
4. How does elevation affect climate?
As elevation _________, the averageannual temperature __________.
Elevation
Tem
per
atu
reincreases
decreases
5. How do ocean currentsaffect climate?
Warm Currents: warmer climateCold Currents: cooler climate
What is the climate at each city? Justify your answer!
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