The Namib Desert of Africa and the Atacama Desert of South America are examples of cool coastal deserts.
Its a big place. Lowest elevation in the desert is about 3800'. Hotan, which is one of the few urban areas in the desert (its in the south) is at about 4500'.
The Sonoran Desert in Mexico does reach the coastline of the Pacific and the Sea of Cortez but is classified as a hot subtropical desert and not a coastal desert.
One major difference between Coastal plains and Interior plains is in elevation. Coastal plains have low elevation and low relief. Interior plains have varied elevation and low relief. Coastal plains also lie along the shore while Interior plains are surrounded by other land.
The elevation of Twentynine Palms, California, is approximately 1,200 feet (366 meters) above sea level. This desert community is located in the Mojave Desert and is known for its proximity to Joshua Tree National Park. The elevation contributes to its unique desert climate and landscape.
The only coastal desert in Chile is the Atacama Desert.
coastal plains have lower elevation than interior plains
The elevation of a coastal plain can vary, but typically it is at or near sea level. The coastal plain is a flat, low-lying area that extends inland from the coastline.
Namib Desert
The land elevation along the coastal plain varies but generally ranges from sea level to a few hundred feet above sea level. The elevation gradually increases as you move further inland from the coast.
Coastal landforms can vary in elevation, ranging from sea level to several meters above sea level. Elevation can be influenced by factors such as tides, waves, erosion, and deposition processes that shape the coastal landscape.
The Atacama Desert of South America is a cool coastal desert.
mojave desert
The Namib Desert of Africa and the Atacama Desert of South America are examples of cool coastal deserts.
The elevation of Desert Hot Springs is 1,076 feet (328 meters)
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Its a big place. Lowest elevation in the desert is about 3800'. Hotan, which is one of the few urban areas in the desert (its in the south) is at about 4500'.