Climate is a long-term pattern of weather conditions characteristic of a specific area, determined through years of observation. The key elements shaping climate include precipitation and temperature.
- Geographic latitude significantly influences climate patterns, with temperatures generally decreasing towards the poles
- Mountain climates (klimat górski w Polsce) feature distinct vertical zonation with unique vegetation belts
- Ocean currents and distance from water bodies play crucial roles in temperature and precipitation patterns
- Roślinność strefy umiarkowanej varies greatly depending on specific climate subtypes
- Klimat monsunowy cech is characterized by seasonal wind changes affecting precipitation patterns