Trade-wind Coastal Climate: Köppen Type = Am Rain can be accentuated by coastal mountain uplift Belize, Central American east coast, lat 17° N (Map) Temp. has annual cycle with modest change Temperature range = 9°F (5°C) Warmest in high-sun season A lot of rain, but there is an annual cycle -- 79 in (201 cm) Rain is from moist trade winds -- note the wind roses Least rain after low sun period More rain when ITC nearby ...