Question

complete the sentences.
edinburgh’s coldest average monthly temperature is
-3°c. its warmest average monthly temperature is
22°c. so, edinburgh’s average monthly temperatures
consistent with an oceanic climate.
moscow’s coldest average monthly temperature is
-3°c. its warmest average monthly temperature is
22°c. so, moscow’s average monthly temperatures
consistent with an oceanic climate.

Explanation:

1. For Edinburgh: Check the blue line on the graph. The lowest point is ~4°C, highest is ~15°C. Oceanic climates have mild, narrow temperature ranges, so this fits.
2. For Moscow: Check the red line on the graph. The lowest point is ~-7°C, highest is ~17°C. Continental climates have wide temperature swings, so it does not fit oceanic climate.

Answer:

1. Edinburgh's coldest average monthly temperature is 4°C. Its warmest average monthly temperature is 15°C. So, Edinburgh's average monthly temperatures are consistent with an oceanic climate.
2. Moscow's coldest average monthly temperature is -7°C. Its warmest average monthly temperature is 17°C. So, Moscow's average monthly temperatures are not consistent with an oceanic climate.