1. a region of the earth located between the tropics and the polar regions, typically between 30° and 60° latitude
Usage: geography

1. relating to or located in the middle latitudes
Usage: geography

Examples

• Most of the United States lies in the midlatitude zone.
• Midlatitude regions experience four distinct seasons.
• The jet stream flows through midlatitude areas.
• Midlatitude climates are characterized by moderate temperatures.
• Weather patterns in midlatitude regions are highly variable.
• Many major cities are located in midlatitude zones.