World Geography
2015
Climatic Regions

“Each day is more or less the same, the morning is clear and bright with a sea breeze; as the sun climbs high in the sky, heat mounts up, dark clouds form, than rain comes with thunder and lightning. But rain is soon over.” Which of the following regions is described in the above passage?

C.Monsoon
B.Equatorial
A.Savannah
D.Mediterranean

Correct Answer: Option B

The passage describes the equatorial climate, which is characterized by:

  • Consistently high temperatures (around 30 °C).
  • Plentiful precipitation (150–1,000 cm).
  • Heavy cloud cover and high humidity.
  • Very little annual temperature variation.
  • These regions typically lie within about 12° latitude of the Equator.

The daily cycle of clear mornings, increasing heat, cloud formation, and afternoon thunderstorms is a hallmark of equatorial regions.

Hence, option B is the correct answer.