According to Koeppen’s Scheme, which type of climate is denoted by ‘Cwg’ in India? 

The correct answer is Monsoon with dry winter.

Key Points

• Köppen's scheme:-
  • It is also known as the Köppen climate classification, is a widely used system for classifying and describing the world's climates based on temperature and precipitation patterns.
  • It was developed by the Russian-German climatologist Wladimir Köppen in the early 20th century and has undergone several modifications since then.
  • The Köppen climate classification system divides the Earth's climates into five main types, each designated by a specific letter code:
    • Tropical (A): These climates are characterized by high temperatures year-round and abundant precipitation. They are typically found in equatorial regions and include tropical rainforests and savannas.
    • Dry (B): Dry climates are characterized by low precipitation levels. They are further divided into three subtypes:
      • BWh: Hot desert climates, with extremely high temperatures and very low rainfall.
      • BWk: Cold desert climates, similar to hot deserts but with colder winters.
      • BSh/BSk: Steppe climates, with moderate temperatures and low rainfall.

    • Temperate (C): Temperate climates have distinct seasons and moderate precipitation. They are divided into three subtypes: Cfa/Cwa,  Cfb/Cwb, Csa/Csb:

    • Continental (D): Continental climates have a wide temperature range and moderate precipitation. They are divided into two subtypes: Dfa/Dwa, Dfb/Dwb.

    • Polar (E): Polar climates are characterized by extremely cold temperatures and very low precipitation. They are divided into two subtypes: ET, EF.

  • Koeppen's climate classification scheme designates the "Cwg" code for a specific type of climate in India.
    • In this classification system, "C" represents a temperate or mesothermal climate, "w" indicates a dry winter season, and "g" stands for a hot summer.
    • Therefore, the "Cwg" climate in India is a temperate climate with a dry winter and a hot summer.
    • This type of climate is found in certain regions of northern India, particularly in areas such as parts of Punjab, Haryana, and western Uttar Pradesh