steppe climate

A steppe climate is a major climate type characterized by significant temperature variability and relatively low precipitation. These climates are typically found deep within continental interiors, far from oceanic influences, and are often bordered by desert regions.1

There are two main subtypes:
* Mid-latitude steppe (BSk): These areas are slightly wetter than deserts and can experience severely cold winters with meager precipitation, often as snow. Summers bring more scattered rainfall from thunderstorms.1
* Tropical and subtropical steppe (BSh): Found on the edges of deserts in low-latitude regions, these climates transition to wetter climates on either side. They receive more annual precipitation than true deserts, though yearly variations can still be large.2

Steppes are vast grasslands with hot summers and cold winters, receiving around 25 to 30 cm (10 to 12 inches) of rain annually.3