What option below best characterizes the rainfall distribution at a station, such as New York City, located at about 40 degrees N latitude?
A) dry all year around
B) summer dry season
C) adequate precipitation all year around
D) winter dry season

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Stations located at about 40 degrees N latitude, such as New York City, typically have adequate precipitation all year around. It experiences rainfall throughout the year with the highest precipitation during summer due to the warm and humid air masses. However, rainfall does not completely stop during winter as it often snows.

What Option Below Best Characterizes the Rainfall Distribution at a Station