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Latitude and Temperature

This activity guides you in investigating how latitude affects temperature.  If you do not already have the handout, click here.

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Study the monthly observations in Miami, Florida.
1. Record Florida Memorial College's maximum temperature data for the last ten days on your chart.
Study the monthly observations in Raleigh, North Carolina.
2. Record NBC TV's maximum temperature data for the last ten days on your chart.
Study the monthly observations (at Pinewood ES) in Schenectady, NY.
3. Record Pinewood's maximum temperature data for the last ten days on your chart.
Use the spreadsheet below to determine the 10-day average temperature for each location. Fill in your daily temps. The average column will compute for you!

Complete your worksheet (handout).

 

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