Understanding Tropical Climates: Characteristics and Examples

Tropical refers to a region of the world that is located near the equator and has a warm, humid climate. Tropical regions are typically characterized by high temperatures and high levels of precipitation throughout the year. The tropics are defined as the region between the Tropic of Cancer (23.5°N) and the Tropic of Capricorn (23.5°S).

Some common features of tropical climates include:

* High temperatures, often above 80°F (27°C) throughout the year
* High humidity, typically above 60%
* Heavy rainfall, with some areas receiving over 400 inches (1,000 mm) of rain per year
* A wet season and a dry season, with the wet season typically occurring during the summer months
* Lush vegetation, including rainforests, mangroves, and other types of tropical forests

Some examples of tropical regions include:

* The Amazon rainforest in South America
* The Congo Basin in central Africa
* Southeast Asia, including Indonesia and Malaysia
* The Caribbean islands
* Northern Australia, including the state of Queensland.