Identify which of the following factors influence climate in each of these three locations in Maryland: Deep Creek Lake in Weste
rn Maryland, Baltimore, and Ocean City. For each factor, explain how it influences the climate of that location in Maryland. Your explanation should also include how the climate of these three locations differ from each other based on the factors. Use this list of factors to guide your response. - elevation or altitude
- prevailing global wind patterns
- topography
- proximity to large bodies of water
- ocean currents
- latitude
- geographic features such as mountains
Deep Creek Lake, situated in Western Maryland, lies within the Appalachians, resulting in a pronounced continental climate with distinct seasons, characterized by hot summers and cold winters.
Baltimore is placed centrally in Maryland, with proximity to the coast while being far enough inland to experience some continental characteristics. Overall, Baltimore has a climate that is a blend of subtropical and temperate.
Ocean City, located by the ocean and at a lower elevation compared to the other two locations, enjoys the mildest climate influenced by the ocean's moderating effects, leading to warmer winters and cooler summers.
