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The Chihuhuan Desert occasionally drops below freezing for a few hours on some winter nights. However, the Colorado Plateau Desert in the northwestern part of the state may drop well below zero degrees F. It is known as a cold winter desert.
Canada has large areas of semiarid grasslands but no true deserts. There is one small area of sand (a single square mile) that is known as the Car Cross Desert. However, it is not a true desert.
The semiarid region that separates the Sahara desert from the tropical savanna and rain forests of central Africa is known as the Sahel. This region experiences a transition from desert conditions in the north to more humid conditions in the south, supporting grasslands and sparse vegetation due to its semi-arid climate.
The Thar Desert is located to the east of the Indus River in Pakistan and India. It is known for its arid climate and vast sand dunes.
The Gobi Desert is located in northeastern China between the Altai Mountains and the Greater Khingan Range. It covers parts of China and Mongolia and is known for its harsh climate and unique desert landscapes.
A temperate climate desert would also be known as a cold winter desert. Here are a few examples:Great Basin Desert Colorado Plateau Desert Patagonian Desert Gobi Desert
Regions that are located closer to the equator or in the rain shadow of mountain ranges are more likely to have an arid climate. Areas in desert belts, such as the Sahara in Africa or the Atacama Desert in South America, are known for their arid conditions.
The Great Indian Desert, also known as the Thar Desert, is located in northwest India on the border with Pakistan.
The Great Indian Desert, also known as the Thar Desert, is located in northwestern India, on the border with Pakistan.
The Thar Desert is located on the India-Pakistan border.
Arizona is known for the Grand Canyon and Painted Desert.
The Great Basin Desert is located in Nevada.