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Siberian Interior
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Climatology and Thermal Extremes
The climate of the Siberian Interior is classified as extreme humid-continental (Köppen $Dfc$, often extending into $Dfd$ classifications), characterized by the coldest recorded temperatures outside of polar ice caps. The defining feature is the immense annual temperature range, driven by the effective atmospheric insulation provided by the high-altitude Altai-Sayan complex, which prevents maritime air masses from moderating coastal influences [3].
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