Contrast Outline - Climate and Weather - Oregon

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Thesis Statement- The climate, temperature, elevation and even the coastal ocean temperature in Southern Oregon differ much from the climate, temperature, elevation and ocean temperature of southern California.

A. Southern Oregon

1. Climate and weather- Oregon has a generally temperate climate, but there are marked regional variations. The Cascade Range separates the state into two broad climatic zones: the western third, with relatively heavy precipitation and moderate temperatures, and the eastern two thirds, with relatively little precipitation and more extreme temperatures. Within these general regions, climate depends largely on elevation and land configuration.

2. Elevation and mountain ranges- Klamath falls elevation 4340

Medford elevation 1382

3. Population and attractions- Klamath falls 60,500

Medford 74,907

4. Coast and Ocean temperature- 40 to 50 in winter and 50 to 70 in summer

B. Southern California

1. Climate- Coastal and Southern parts of the state have a Mediterranean climate, with somewhat rainy winters and dry summers. The influence of the ocean generally moderates temperature extremes, creating warmer winters and substantially cooler summers, especially along the coastal areas.

2. Elevation- Los Angeles 330 feet above sea level.

San Diego 42 feet above sea level

3. Population- Los Angeles over 12 million

San Diego area over 3 million

4. Coast and Ocean temperature- 50-60 degrees in the winter 60-70 in summer

Conclusion- So if a person ever has to make a choice on where to vacation at there is a lot to take to mind. With Southern California having a warmer year all around, more people and a lot of industrialized places to visit, and Southern Oregon having clean, open mountains and cold winters a lot less people and also a lot less industrialization. One could choose either one and enjoy it!

Contrast Essay

The climate, temperature, elevation and even the coastal ocean temperature in Southern Oregon differ much from the climate, temperature, elevation and ocean temperature of southern California.

Although the summer months can get very hot in Southern Oregon, it is known for its mild climate (IP). The average yearly maximum temperature is 68 degrees, the summer months can get very hot. Southern Oregon ranges from High deserts, such as Klamath Falls and Lakeview, to low wide open valleys. Summers in Klamath County and Lake County are usually warm and dry with cool nights. Summer temperatures range between 75 to 90 degrees, but can get very hot. In Southern Oregon the fall provides the area with crisp days with cold nights and mornings(R). Winter weather brings snow along with temperatures ranging from 25 to 40 degrees. Springs are mild with warm days. The average precipitation in Klamath and Lake Counties is 16 inches per year. Snowfall is a minimal 2.3 inches per year in lower regions, which for many years has been non-existent (NR). Although in higher mountain regions, the snow fall is greater. The two counties have an average 265 days of sun a year.

From high mountain ranges to low valleys, the elevations in Southern Oregon vary (IP). The Cascade Range for example, which extends from British Columbia down to Northern California, (A) has one of the tallest peaks, such as the 14,411 foot Mount Rainier. The Southern Oregon coastal range is approximately a 55 mile long mountain range that contains mountains as high as 3,547 feet. Where as in Medford Oregon, set in the heart of Southern Oregon's rouge river