The climate of Nigeria
I can explain Nigeria's climate zones and interpret patterns in climate data.
The climate of Nigeria
I can explain Nigeria's climate zones and interpret patterns in climate data.
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Key learning points
- Nigeria has tropical and semi-arid climate zones.
- Rainfall is highest in the south and lowest in the north.
- The country experiences a wet and dry season.
- Climate varies due to latitude, altitude, and proximity to the sea.
Keywords
Climate - an average of weather conditions (e.g. rain, sun, wind) in a place taken over a long period of time (usually 30 years or more)
Geographic information system - a geographic information system (GIS) is a computer mapping system that captures, and displays geographic data to help understand spatial patterns
Latitude - imaginary lines on Earth showing position north or south of the Equator, measured in degrees
Monsoon - a seasonal change in wind direction that brings a very rainy season or a very dry season
Altitude - height above sea level or ground level
Common misconception
Confusion about the difference between weather and climate.
The weather of a place describes the day to day conditions of the atmosphere. Climate is an average of weather conditions in a place over a long period of time (usually 30 years or more).
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