Spring is one of the four seasons, displacing winter and preceding summer. In the United States, much of the south usually enjoy greenery by the end of March, but it’ll be a while in the Northwest or Northeast.
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Data analyst Alasdair Rae created unique 3D maps of the global population density. This idea inspired me to make three-dimensional maps depicting different climatic parameters. To create these maps, I used Worldclim data: average temperature (°C), precipitation (mm), solar radiation (kJ m-2 day-1), and wind speed (m s-1).
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Due to the Coriolis effect, the dominant ocean currents in the North Atlantic move in a circle clockwise, delivering warm water from the Caribbean Sea to Europe, making Europe temperate instead of frozen like the same latitudes in North America. What would Earth look like if it rotated backward?
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The climate depends on many factors: latitude, long-term atmospheric and ocean circulation patterns, elevation, closeness to large water bodies and mountains, etc. Jointly, these factors influence the range of temperatures and the quantity of rain or snow each area obtains through the year and, accordingly, the spatial arrangement of biomes.
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The historic probability of there being at least a tenth of an inch of rain on July 4 is based on observations from 1981 to 2010.
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Understanding the latitudinal differences between China, the United States, and Europe provides valuable insights into the diverse climates and geographical features of these regions. From the tropical shores of China to the arctic landscapes of Alaska, the latitudinal range of these areas plays a crucial role in shaping their unique environments.
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Cloud cover refers to the extent to which the sky is obscured by clouds at a given time and location. It is a dynamic and variable aspect of Earth’s atmosphere that plays a crucial role in shaping weather patterns, influencing climate, and affecting the planet’s energy balance.
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Europe has witnessed some of the most frigid temperatures ever recorded, predominantly in its northern and eastern regions. These extreme cold spells are typically associated with harsh winter weather phenomena, including the intrusion of polar air masses, the passage of cold fronts, and arctic outbreaks.
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New research based on the last 9 years of December snowfall Russia (63.1%), Belarus (55.6%), Estonia (50.9%), and Lithuania (50.2%) officially lead the way when it comes to the odds of seeing a White Christmas. Back in the US, Alaska (62.8%), Vermont (52.3%), and Minnesota (36.9%) top the list, leaving the others in the dust (Arizona, California, Florida, Hawaii, Texas).
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During the Ice Age, the sea level in Europe was significantly lower than it is today. The extensive ice sheets and glaciers that covered large parts of the continent locked up substantial amounts of water, causing the global sea level to drop.
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