Climate Review

How does the average annual surface temperature compare from latitude to latitude?

At which latitudes do currents of dry, sinking air cause the dry conditions of Earth's deserts?

The ocean currents below affect the climate pattern of city X by

During winter, NYC gets rain when Rockland county gets snow.  Why?

Which ocean current provides warm water that moderates the climate of South America?

Compared to a coastal location of the same elevation and latitude, an inland location will have

What is the ocean current that cools the climate on the west coast of North America?

Which location is most likely to receive precipitation?

Why are temperature variations usually not as great on Long Island as they are in central NY?

The prevailing winds at 45^oS latitude are from the

Why does the windward side of this mountain have a wet climate?

The temperature in city B is highest in January and lowest in July because city B is located

Why do the two cities described below have different climates?

How does the climate of Seattle compare to the climate of Spokane?

This graph represents temperatures in a city.  Where is this city most likely located?

Location P has mild winters & much precipitation.  Which arrow shows prevailing wind direction?

Compared to an inland location, a coastal location has

What is the best explanation for these two statements:  

Bodies of water have a moderating effect on climate because

Which map represents the normal location of high and low pressure belts on the Earth?

Which graph best represents the relationship between latitude and temperature?

Which single factor generally has the greatest effect on the climate of an area on the Earth?

What explains why a desert forms on the leeward side of a mountain?

Why is Eureka, CA warmer in winter and cooler in summer than Omaha, NE?

Which current is a cool ocean current that flows completely around the Earth?