World Geography Questions (MCQs) for UPSC, State PCS & SSC Examinations
Q. Which among the following statements is/are correct about oceanic climates?
1: It typically lacks a dry season, as precipitation is more evenly dispersed throughout the year.
2: Oceanic climates can have considerable storm activity as they are located in the belt of the stormy westerlies.
Select the correct code from the options given below:
a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 & 2
d. Neither 1 & 2
An oceanic climate, also known as a marine climate or temperate oceanic climate, is the Köppen classification of climate typical of west coasts in higher middle latitudes of continents. It typically lacks a dry season, as precipitation is more evenly dispersed throughout the year. Oceanic climates can have considerable storm activity as they are located in the belt of the stormy westerlies.