1. relating to or characteristic of regions with a climate that is cooler than temperate but warmer than subarctic
Usage: geography; climatology

Examples

• The subtemperate forests of northern Canada support diverse coniferous species.
• Many subtemperate regions experience long, cold winters and short, mild summers.
• The subtemperate climate zone lies between the temperate and subarctic regions.
• Certain crops thrive in subtemperate conditions with adequate moisture.
• The subtemperate grasslands provide habitat for cold-adapted wildlife.
• Scientists study subtemperate ecosystems to understand climate change effects.