the 5 factors that affect climate
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The 5 Factorsthat Affect
Climate
Latitude
3
How does latitude affect climate?
As latitude ________, the averageannual temperature _________.
0° Latitude 90°
Tem
pera
ture
decreasesincreases
5
Prevailing Winds
How do prevailing winds affect an area?
Winds that blow across water will make an area more _________. Winds that travel across
land will be more ________. (even if they are near an ocean!)
moistdry
Mountains
The windward sides of the Adirondacks & Catskills receive a great deal more
precipitation
The leeward sides of the Adirondacks &
Catskills receive much less precipitation
How does the Orographic Effect
affect climate?Windward Side: ___________Leeward Side: _____________
cool, moistwarm, dry
Elevation
How does elevation affect climate?
As elevation _________, the averageannual temperature __________.
Elevation
Tem
pera
ture
increasesdecreases
Closeness to Large Bodies of Water
15
How do large bodies of water affect climate?
Large bodies of water absorb and release heat ________ than land.
Temperatures of land near large bodies of water tend to be more _____________ than
temperatures further inland.moderate
slower
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
Ocean Currents
The Gulf Stream
20
How do ocean currentsaffect climate?
Warm Currents: warmer climateCold Currents: cooler climate
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