Question

Why is South Island's west coast called the "Wet Coast"?

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Responses

Its terrain consists mostly of rainforest.
Its terrain consists mostly of rainforest.

Weather systems crossing the Pacific from South America hit this coast first.
Weather systems crossing the Pacific from South America hit this coast first.

The roaring forties bring strong west winds from the Indian Ocean.
The roaring forties bring strong west winds from the Indian Ocean.

It sits in a climatic convergence zone.

Answer 1

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All of the above options are correct and contribute to the West Coast of the South Island being called the "Wet Coast." The region's terrain consists mostly of rainforest, which naturally contributes to higher levels of precipitation. Additionally, weather systems crossing the Pacific from South America hit the West Coast first, bringing with them significant rainfall. The roaring forties, strong westerly winds that occur in the Southern Hemisphere, also play a role in the wet climate of this coast. Lastly, the West Coast sits in a climatic convergence zone where multiple weather patterns converge, further increasing the amount of rainfall in the area.

Answer 2

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