What are the horse latitudes ........

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What are the horse latitudes?

Subtropical regions known for calm winds and little precipitation

Temperate regions known for intense cyclones

Polar latitudes that are known for hosting the coldest currents on the planet

Equatorial region that are famous for reverse currents

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Explanation:

The horse latitudes are located at about 30 degrees north and south of the equator. It is common in this region of the subtropics for winds to diverge and either flow toward the poles (known as the prevailing westerlies) or toward the equator (known as the trade winds). These diverging winds are the result of an area of high pressure, which is characterized by calm winds, sunny skies and little or no precipitation.