The east and west coasts of the North America have very different temperatures at the same latitude primarily because of ocean currents.

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The ocean currents play a major role in regulating temperature near the coasts. The warm Gulf Stream current in the east coast brings warmer temperatures, while the cold California Current in the west coast brings cooler temperatures. Thus, the east and west coasts of North America have different temperatures even at the same latitude.

The East and West Coasts of the North America Have