San Francisco, CA and Wichita, KS are located at approximately the same latitude. Which of the following is true?
A) San Francisco's average monthly temperature peak occurs later than that of Wichita.
B) Maximum average temperatures are higher year-round in Wichita.
C) San Francisco experiences more days below the freezing point than Wichita.
D) San Francisco is more influenced by continentality than Wichita.

Question

San Francisco, CA and Wichita, KS are located at approximately the same latitude. Which of the following is true?
A) San Francisco's average monthly temperature peak occurs later than that of Wichita. 
B) Maximum average temperatures are higher year-round in Wichita. 
C) San Francisco experiences more days below the freezing point than Wichita. 
D) San Francisco is more influenced by continentality than Wichita.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

San Francisco's average monthly temperature peak occurs in September or October, while Wichita's average monthly temperature peak occurs in July. This suggests that San Francisco's average monthly temperature peak occurs later than that of Wichita. B is incorrect because San Francisco has a cooler climate due to its coastal location, resulting in lower maximum average temperatures than Wichita. C is incorrect because San Francisco has a mild climate and rarely experiences freezing temperatures, whereas Wichita experiences colder winters. D is incorrect because San Francisco's climate is more influenced by the Pacific Ocean than continentality, unlike Wichita which is located in the middle of a continental landmass.

San Francisco, CA and Wichita, KS Are Located at Approximately