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The temperature and rainfall of a meteorological station are given below:
which region is represented by the climate ?
J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D
Temperature (°C) | 9.4 | 1.0.6 | 1.1.7 | 1.2.2 | 1.3.3 | 1.3.9 | 1.3.9 | 1.4.4 | 1.5.6 | 1.5.0 | 1.3.3 | 1.0.6
Rainfall (cm) | 1.2.2 | 9.1 | 7.9 | 2.5 | 1.8 | 0.3 | - | - | 0.8 | 2.5 | 6.1 | 1.1.7
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 (Mediterranean region). The data provided exhibits the classic characteristics of a Mediterranean climate (Csa/Csb), defined primarily by its winter rainfall and summer drought.
Key observations supporting Option 1 include:
- Inverted Precipitation Pattern: The rainfall is highest during the winter months (December: 11.7 cm, January: 12.2 cm) and virtually non-existent during the peak summer months (July and August show zero or negligible rain). This "dry summer, wet winter" feature is exclusive to Mediterranean climates.
- Temperature Range: The temperatures range from approximately 9.4°C in winter to 15.6°C in summer, indicating a mild, temperate climate typical of coastal Mediterranean zones.
Why other options are incorrect: The Monsoon region experiences heavy rainfall in summer (June–September). The Steppe region has very low annual rainfall with a summer peak. The N.W. European region receives rainfall throughout the year due to westerlies, without a distinct dry summer.
SIMILAR QUESTIONS
Which of the following statements concerning Mediterranean climatic region are correct? 1. It is found in the latitude range 30° to 45° northern and southern hemisphere 2. Mediterranean climate experiences extreme temperature conditions 3. In Mediterranean climate, rainfall occurs mainly during summer season 4. In Mediterranean climate, rainfall is mainly due to Westerlies Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Which of the following statements regarding Mediterranean and Monsoon climate is / are correct ? 1. Precipitation in Mediterranean climate is in winter while in Monsoon climate it is mostly in summer 2. The annual range of temperature in Mediterranean climate is higher than the Monsoon climate 3. Rainy and dry seasons are found in both the climates Select the correct answer using the code given below :
Identify the climate type based on the given below characteristics : 1. The annual precipitation is low and is around 15 cm. 2. The development of pronounced winter anticyclones and their weakening in summer sets in monsoon-like reversal of wind in this region. 3. Polewards, summer temperatures are low. Select the answer from the options given below :
The graph given below shows the mean average monthly temperatures (in °C) and mean monthly rainfall (in cms) of a place : This graph is indicative of which one of the climatic zones of the world ?
Consider the following temperature and rainfall data . The climate to which this data pertains is
Month | Temperature °C | Rainfall cm
January | 6.7 | 1.4
February | 6.7 | 1.3.2
March | 7.2 | 1.1.4
April | 8.9 | 9.4
May | 1.1.1 | 8.1
June | 1.3.9 | 8.1
July | 1.5 | 9.6
August | 1.5 | 1.2.2
September | 1.3.9 | 1.0.4
October | 1.1.1 | 1.4.4
November | 8.9 | 1.4
December | 7.8 | 1.6.8