ACTIVITY 3: Provide what is asked.
The City of Baguio is known as the Summer Capital of the Philippines because of its favorable
climate during the summer season. Describe the climate in the city and explain why its climate is colder
as compared to other places in the Philippines. Mention the primary factor that makes this cool climate
possible.
Answers & Comments
Answer:
Baguio City Climate:
Explanation:
CLIMATE: The city enjoys a cool temperate climate typically 19.3 degrees centigrade. Temperature dips to as low as 10 degrees in the cold months of December, January and February. This is due to its elevation of 1,500 meters above mean sea level and its pine clad topography. Dry season is from November to April and wet season for the rest of the months.
The City of Baguio is located high up in the mountains in the province of Benguet, Luzon. Air at higher elevations is cooler because the pressure is low. That's why Baguio is really cold.
Baguio, is elevated 2,260 meters above sea level. its cold atmosphere attracts many tourists and Filipinos who want to take a break from the usual hot weather.