What's more likely, high of 17C (62F) in London or a low of 17F (-8C) in Madrid in December?

[Joe90]

Originally Posted by dunno what to put here

Madrid is considered to be a Mediterranean climate with continental influences.

What continental influences, and how would those influence the climate in a way that can't be explained by altitude alone?

[dunno what to put here]

Colder winters and warmer summers than your archetypical Mediterranean climate. This is precisely because of its high elevation. Madrid is still a Mediterranean climate.

[Joe90]

So it would probably be correct to say it has continental tendencies, rather than influences.

[dunno what to put here]

Well, if you want to be pedantic, then sure, why not.

[Joe90]

Originally Posted by dunno what to put here

Well, if you want to be pedantic, then sure, why not.

I think it's important to use the appropriate word, so as not to distort meaning. Something weather geeks should be able to relate to.

[dunno what to put here]

I think the word I used was appropriate. I just get the impression that you're very argumentative regarding these particular subjects.

[Joe90]

Originally Posted by dunno what to put here

I think the word I used was appropriate. I just get the impression that you're very argumentative regarding these particular subjects.

I'm certainly interested in debating the subject. I think altitude is often disregarded in climate classification.