Northeast US Climate

What type of climate does the Northeast have?

• Humid continental

• Tropical

• Desert

• Mediterranean

What is the average temperature range in the Northeast during summer?

• 75°F to 80°F

• 80°F to 85°F

• 90°F to 95°F

• 60°F to 70°F

How much precipitation does the Northeast receive on average per year?

• 52 inches

• 30 inches

• 60 inches

• 46 inches

What natural hazards affect the Northeast?

• Volcanoes and tsunamis

• Earthquakes and tornadoes

• Blizzards, floods, droughts, and hurricanes

• Wildfires and mudslides

What are nor'easters?

• A mild rain shower

• Storms with heavy precipitation and strong winds

• A type of warm, dry wind

• A heatwave condition

During which months are nor'easters common in the Northeast?

• May to November

• April to September

• September to April

• January to May

What moderates the temperature in the Northeast?

• The Gulf of Mexico

• The Rocky Mountains

• The Atlantic Ocean and the Great Lakes

• The Midwest

What is the average winter temperature in the Northeast?

• 15°F

• 25°F

• 35°F

• 45°F

How do hurricanes affect the Northeast?

• They have no significant effect

• They cause extreme heatwaves

• They bring heavy snowfall

• They bring lots of rainfall and strong winds

What geographical features influence the climate in the Northeast?

• The Appalachian Mountains, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Great Lakes

• The Himalayas and the Pacific Ocean

• The Andes Mountains and the Caribbean Sea

• The Alps and the Baltic Sea