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There are four major climate zones, each distinct to a specific region of Europe:

  • Northern Europe - Subarctic climate
  • Eastern Europe - Continental climate
  • Southern Europe - Mediterranean climate
  • Western Europe - Oceanic climate

Subarctic climate - Northern Europe

A subarctic climate is one of the coldest climates on the planet. It is found in Scandinavia and Northern-interior Russia. Its winters are long and freezing while its summers are short and cool.

Continental climate - Eastern Europe

A continental climate has a large contrast between seasons, where winters are cold and summers are hot.

Mediterranean climate - Southern Europe

A Mediterranean climate is found along the Mediterranean coast. Its temperatures are within a small range year round. Its winters are mild while its summers are warm to hot.

Oceanic climate - Western Europe

An oceanic climate has no dry season. Its winters are cool while its summers are mild to warm.

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