Köppen classification
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-006812
A widely used climate classification system that categorizes global climates based on vegetation distribution, which is primarily determined by temperature and precipitation patterns. It divides the world into five main climate types, denoted by capital letters (A, B, C, D, E), with further subdivisions based on seasonal precipitation and temperature characteristics. This system provides a standardized way to describe and compare climates across different regions.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-006812 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/koppen-classification/"
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