The Major Weather Patterns

The oceans have a strong influence because the current brings wind to the area. The wind causes the skies to be cloudy and bring humid precipitation. The marine west coast has cloudy mild summers and rainy cool winters. There is a lot of precipitation like rain, drizzle, and fog due to cyclonic storms. The rain averages between 20-98 in. per year. It's known for its mild temperatures. The temperature increases as you leave the coast.