Dry Mediterranean climate

Dry Mediterranean climate

The Dry Mediterranean climate is a transition climate between the Mediterranean and Desert climates. It is found primarily in the Near East, North Africa, South Eastern Spain, parts of Southern California and Western Australia.


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