how do ocean currents affect climates of coastal regions?

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how do ocean currents affect climates of coastal regions?

2007-01-14 08:53:20 · 2 answers · asked by rimshabaz 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Earth Sciences & Geology

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The Gulf Stream originates in the Caribbean and flows north toward Great Britain. This warmer water greatly contributes to the warmer climate of the British Isles when compared to other locations with the same latitude.

2007-01-14 08:57:58 · answer #1 · answered by jack w 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋

The temperature of the current either warms up or cools down the surrounding air which makes the climate either warmer or cooler.

2007-01-14 09:34:55 · answer #2 · answered by Shifter 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋