Geography GCSE
Temperate Maritime
What Temperate Maritime means in Geography GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Temperate Maritime
A climate characterized by moderate temperatures (temperate) and heavy influence from the ocean (maritime), resulting in mild winters, cool summers, and year-round rainfall.
Topics that use Temperate Maritime
- The UK has a distinct climate which has changed over time (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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