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What kind of climate is there in Prairies?                                                                                                   

Answer:

Prairies are located in the heart of a continent so the climate is of continental type with extreme temperatures:

(i) The summers are warm with temperatures of around 20°C, while in winter -20°C has been recorded in Winnipeg, Canada. In winters, a thick blanket of snow covers this region.

(ii) The annual rainfall is moderate and is perfect for the growth of grass.

(iii) Due to the absence of the north-south barrier, a local wind ?Chinook? blows here.