Air mass circulation controls Europe's climate, especially Atlantic air masses. Five major pressure belts control air mass movement across Europe. Winter westerlies bring warm tropical air, summer westerlies bring Arctic air
United States has continental climate with cold winters and hot summers. Climate varies by latitude and distance from sea. Cold air masses from Canada cause sudden winter cold waves
Temperate climates feature mild temperatures and moderate rainfall. Experiences four distinct seasons with warm summers and cool winters. Found between tropics and polar regions. Supports diverse plant and animal life, ideal for agriculture
Koppen-Geiger system classifies Earth's climate patterns over 150 years. System has five broad categories: Tropical, Dry, Temperate, Continental, Polar. Climate zones are further divided into two or three-digit codes
Southern coast features hot, dry summers and mild, rainy winters. True Mediterranean climate extends from Antakya to Manisa. Pre-Mediterranean climate exists in Aegean and Southeastern Anatolia
Climate is average weather conditions over 30 years. Five main climate types: tropical, dry, temperate, continental, polar. Climate zones determined by temperature, precipitation, and latitude