What is 40 latitude north?

40 degrees north latitude is an imaginary line on the Earth's surface that is located approximately halfway between the Equator and the North Pole. It is part of the grid system that divides the Earth into northern and southern hemispheres, and is also one of the lines of latitude that is used to describe locations on maps and charts.

Some notable places that are located on or near the 40th parallel include:

  • Madrid, Spain
  • Beijing, China
  • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
  • Athens, Greece
  • Portland, Oregon, USA
  • Ankara, Turkey
  • Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
  • Bursa, Turkey
  • Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA

The climate along the 40th parallel can vary greatly depending on factors such as altitude, proximity to oceans or other bodies of water, and prevailing winds. In general, areas near the coast tend to have milder and more humid weather, while those further inland may experience hotter summers and colder winters.