Humid subtropical climate or Chinese climate

Humid subtropical climate

In previous posts we were giving a review of the different types of weather and the need arose to explain some of them in more detail step by step. Among the descriptions we find the Mediterranean climate, the oceanic, etc. In this post we are going to focus on explaining everything related to humid subtropical climate, also known as Chinese weather. It is a climate that is mainly found in all the eastern areas and is characterized by hot and humid summers compared to extremely cold winters.

Do you want to know all the characteristics and importance of the humid subtropical climate? Keep reading because we explain everything here.

Key features

chinese weather

This type of climate is characterized mainly by the existence of hot and humid summers and, on the contrary, extremely cold winters. These climates are normally found in the continental areas of the southeast of almost all the areas that are found in latitudes between 25 and 35 degrees.

Rainfall is distributed throughout the year and is constant. As for temperatures, they are usually quite high in summer and very cold in winter. The typical humidity of this climate is due to the fact that the regions where it occurs are under the influence of the flow of maritime air. Temperatures are high in the warmer months, reaching an average temperature of 27 degrees. Daily highs have been set at about 30 to 38 degrees. Summer nights are also generally warm.

Summers are usually more humid than winters. The maritime flow to which they are subjected is given by low latitude oceanic waters. Tropical cyclones abound in these areas, generating more rainfall in warm seasons. This is the reason why rainfall is divided throughout the year. There are no dry summers.

The coldest is usually quite mild with temperatures between 5 and 12 degrees. It is not common for winter frosts to occur. Precipitation during winter is due to cyclones that occur along the polar front.

In North America, the polar front begins its return northward during the spring and early summer season. Therefore, tornadoes associated with frontal storms are more abundant. The contrast between tropical and polar air is that it generates all those storms.

Monsoon influence

gardens in humid subtropical climate

The influence of the monsoon in these areas where we have the humid subtropical climate or Chinese climate is due to a modification. It is a defined drier winter because of the separation of the air that forms the Siberian anticyclone with the polar front. The cyclonic roads that exist in this region are responsible for diverting this rainfall.

Hot and humid summers and very cold winters predominate. In this climate we can have direct sun throughout the year. Most of the humid subtropical climates are found in the coastal regions, but there are some areas where they occur in the interior. For example, in some parts of the United States and in China. For this reason, the humid subtropical climate is also known as the Chinese climate.

Agriculture becomes more bearable thanks to the conditions of this climate. The growing season lasts 8 months and improves the quality of the crops.

Flora and fauna

chinese climate vegetation

The vegetation in the areas with this climate is mainly composed of evergreen trees that are prepared for high humidity conditions and also similar shrubs. The constant rains and the warmth is what determines that the leaves are perennial. We can find several types of palm trees and fern plants typical of these subtropical areas.

An example of a humid subtropical climate zone is the Indian River lagoon. It is located on the Atlantic coast of Florida. Thanks to the existence of this climate, it is a biologically varied place with more than 2.100 species of plants and 2.200 of animals.

Let's move on to the fauna that we find in this climate. The characteristic warmth of these places it is perfect for creating natural habitats of some mammals, amphibians and reptiles. Among these animals we find the deer, the American crocodile and the panther. Since crocodiles, like turtles, are cold-blooded animals, they are warmed by the temperatures of the humid subtropical climate.

The habitat that is formed thanks to this climate ensures that many species of alligators can be well camouflaged in the vegetation present to hunt their prey. Birds can find ideal nesting and dwelling habitats. They also have great opportunities for hunting.

Distribution and possible hazards

chinese weather storms

This climate is found in many areas around the world. It is known as the Chinese climate because it is found in large parts of the Asian continent where a large part of the world population lives. But there are also other places in the world. For example, we find it in two regions of the southern part of Africa, in countries like Angola, southeastern Tanzania, regions of Zambia and Malawi, Tete, Manica, and northeastern Zimbabwe.

In other areas we can also find it as they are in the highlands of Ethiopia. In Asia, we can find it in eastern and southeastern regions, in southern and western Asia. Here it is known as the Chinese climate. Although to a lesser extent, we can also find it in Central Europe, northern Italy and the Black Sea coast in Bulgaria.

Regarding the dangers that this type of climate can cause due to its characteristics in the formation of intense storms. The existence of airs of different temperatures and the clash and contrast between them means that the areas where the humid subtropical climate is found suffer from very violent storms that cause numerous damages to both material goods and people.

I hope that with this information you can learn more about the humid subtropical climate and the areas where it can be found.


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