The warm air that comes in Vietnam during the rainy season is most likely from the Pacific Ocean. In fact, tropical storms that pass over Vietnam form over the Pacific Ocean when the water warms up. The Pacific Ocean is at its warmest from June to November and the warm air and typhoons move inland over Vietnam.
Western Europe's proximity to water has affected its climate since large bodies of water helps in the moderation of air temperature of the surrounding areas. ... This allows easy access to trade for Europe. Culture is also affected by the proximity of water through the pattern of their day-to-day living.
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