Parallel latitudes
The Arctic and the Antarctic
high latitudes
The Arctic and the Antarctic respectively.
There are no separate time zones north or south of the Arctic Circle.
The Arctic and the Antarctic respectively.
The areas that lie north of the Arctic Circle and south of the Antarctic Circle are known as the subarctic regions. These areas experience cold temperatures and distinct seasonal changes due to their proximity to the poles.
High latitudes
That's the summer solstice, when areas north of the Arctic Circle will have 24 hours of daylight.
The region between the Arctic Circle and the North Pole is called the Arctic region. The region between the Antarctic Circle and the South Pole is called the Antarctic region.
High latitudes
The latitude lines north of the Arctic Circle are known as parallel lines, specifically marking the regions of the Arctic. The Arctic Circle itself is located at approximately 66.5 degrees North latitude. Beyond this circle, the areas experience extreme variations in daylight, including polar day and polar night. The regions north of the Arctic Circle are characterized by tundra and ice-covered landscapes.
The region north of the Arctic Circle is known as the Arctic.