temperate climates
Neither hot nor cold
Temperate climates occupy the middle latitudes between tropical and polar zones, characterized by moderate temperatures and distinct seasons.
Neither extremely hot nor extremely cold year-round, these regions typically have warm summers and cool winters: The temperate climate of the Pacific Northwest supports lush forests.
The term often implies conditions favorable for agriculture and human settlement.
- seasonal variationRecurring annual fluctuation pattern
- leaf peepingObserving autumn's colorful trees
- sweater weatherMild cold requiring knitwear
- mild wintersSeasons with gentle cold
- grasslandsOpen grassy terrain
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Earth's coldest temperature regions
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