KöppenGeigerklimatklassificeringen

The Köppen-Geiger climate classification system is a widely used method for dividing the Earth's climates into different zones. It was originally developed by Wladimir Köppen in 1884 and later modified by Rudolf Geiger. The system categorizes climates based on average annual and monthly temperatures and precipitation. It is a hierarchical system with five main climate groups, denoted by letters A through E, representing tropical, dry, temperate, continental, and polar climates, respectively. Each main group is further subdivided into more specific climate types using additional letters. For example, within the temperate group (C), one might find Mediterranean climates (Cs) or humid subtropical climates (Cfa). The system's visual representation, often as maps, helps in understanding global climate distribution. Its simplicity and reliance on readily available meteorological data have made it a standard tool in climatology, geography, and ecology, aiding in the study of vegetation distribution, agricultural potential, and climate change impacts. While variations and updates to the original system exist, the core principles of Köppen-Geiger remain fundamental to climate classification.