climate of the hawaiian islands
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Here is the presentation for my speech about the climate of HawaiiTRANSCRIPT
CLIMATE OF CLIMATE OF THE THE HAWAIIAN HAWAIIAN ISLANDSISLANDSVICTOR MARTINVICTOR MARTIN
How People Think Of Hawaii
Brief Information of Hawaii
50th State of the United States of America Admitted to the Union in 1959
Nicknamed the Aloha State and Paradise of the Pacific
2014 Population of 1,419,561 Capital (and largest city) is Honolulu Area of 10,931 square miles
Slightly smaller than Maryland, which has 12,405 square miles
Has 8 climate zones Maryland only has 2 climate zones
Have You Ever Wonder Why Hawaii Is So Popular? Hawaii is generally warm all year
Hawaii is 1,465 miles from the equator and mainly
However, the archipelago experiences many different climates due to altitude of the various mountain formations there.
Because of this, many resorts are located here, and Hawaii is one of the leading economic centers of the Pacific Ocean and Oceania
What is Climate?
Climate is the weather conditions prevailing in an area in general or over a long period of time
There are many different types of climates found around the world
They are usually distinguished by the annual temperatures and precipitation of a specific region.
Climate Zones of Hawaii
Hawaii has 4 out of the 5 major climate zones in the world
Tropical Climate
Dry Climate
Moderate Climate
Polar Climate
Only Exception is the Continental Climate Found in the mountainous regions of Maryland
Sub-Climate Zones of Hawaii
Hawaii has 9 out of the 13 sub-climate zones in the world Tropical Zone
Tropical Wet
Tropical Wet and Dry
Dry Zone Arid
Semi-Arid
Moderate Zone Mediterranean
Humid Subtropical
Marine West Coast
Polar Zone Highlands
Tundra
Climates of the World
Why Hawaii Has So Many Climates
Factors such as elevation, pressure variations, rainfall, wind and topography combine to create distinctive locations throughout the islands.
Where you are on a Hawaiian island can actually make quite a difference in the climate. The eastern facing side, or windward side (named
after the predominant trade winds that blow from the northeast), of each island is usually the cooler, wetter and windier side
The western facing side, the leeward side, is warmer and dryer.
Tropical Climate
In this climate All months have average temperatures greater than
64° F Annual Precipitation is greater than 60 inches There are two sub-zones in this climate, which are
based on the seasonal distribution of rainfall Tropical Wet
No dry season Sufficient moisture Average precipitation ranges from 80 inches to 200
inches
Tropical Wet and Dry Distinct dry season Average precipitation ranges from 60 inches to 80
inches
Tropical Wet Climate
Tropical Wet and Dry Climate
Dry Climate
In this climate The annual evaporation exceeds annual precipitation There are two sub-zones in this climate, which are based on
the dominant vegetation types: steppe and desert Arid (Desert)
True desert climate Evaporation rates are at least twice as high as the
precipitation Little to no vegetation Average precipitation ranges from 0 inches to 10 inches
Semi-Arid (Steppe) Grassland climate receives more precipitation than desert
climates Dominant vegetation type is grass, cacti, and shrubs Average precipitation ranges from 10 inches to 20 inches
Arid Climate
Semi-Arid Climate
Moderate Climate
In this climate Average temperatures for the coldest months are usually
around 64° F
There are three main subdivisions
Mediterranean (Warm, Dry Summers)
Warm to hot, dry summers and mild to cool winters
Average precipitation ranges from 20 inches to 30 inches
Humid Subtropical (Continuously wet)
Hot, usually humid summers and mild to cool winters
Average precipitation ranges from 40 inches to 60 inches
Marine West Coast (Cool, Dry Summers)
Warm (but not hot) summers and cool (but not cold) winters
Average precipitation ranges from 30 inches to 40 inches
Mediterranean Climate
Humid Subtropical Climate
Marine West Coast Climate
Polar Climate
In this climate Generally characterized by average temperatures below 50° F
during every month of the year There are two main subdivisions Highlands
Cool to cold temperatures depending on the altitude
Found in mountains and high plateaus
Climate changes rapidly on mountains, becoming colder the higher the altitude gets
Tundra Generally treeless regions that are found on Earth’s north and south
poles and on mountains
Permanently frozen soil that reach to depths of hundreds of meters with average temperatures between 32° F and 50° F
Usually cold and windy
Rainfall is scant
Highlands Climate
Tundra Climate
In Conclusion
Hawaii is very unique in many ways At such a small area, in the middle of the ocean the
island group experiences different sorts of climates
These climates are Tropical
Temperate or Moderate
Arid
Polar
Because of this, Hawaii has some of the most diverse climates in the world
If you ever plan a trip to Hawaii, don’t just stay at your hotel or resort. Explore the regions Hawaii has to offer
What You Have Learned
Hawaii’s climate zones
Windward and Leeward sides of landmasses