how the relief rainfall modifies temperature and rainfall in equatorial region
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Explanation:
As the other equatorial climate in this region, this region has no dry season but has a well-developed double maximum rainfall in May and October. There is high average temperatures and humidity throughout the year. The Kenyan coast differs from the equatorial climate being well known for its high annual rainfall totals in that it receives much lower totals.
4.2 Modified Tropical Climate of the Kenya Highlands
The modification is caused by the high varied relief. The resulting climate is therefore cooler than a tropical continental climate. The amount of rainfall received at different places depends very much on the position of the station in relation to the rain-bearing winds. For example, Meru on the northeastern slopes of Mount Kenya receives about 1320 mm of rain per year, while Nyeri on southwestern Kenya only receives 737 mm a year. This region has the best climate in the country. Day temperatures are cool and nights may be chilly.
4.3 Modified Equatorial Climate of Lake Victoria Basin
In this region, modification results from relief and influence of the lake. The rainfall totals in the region show considerable variations and are in any case much lower than a typical equatorial climate. The enclosed basin of Lake Victoria tends to increase temperatures, although the lake itself exerts a cooling influence on the surrounding areas.