noun
high latitudes
Refers to regions near the poles, typically above 60° latitude. Used in geography, climate, and astronomy contexts.
高緯度地域では、冬にオーロラが見られることがある。
In high-latitude regions, the aurora can sometimes be seen in winter.
高緯度の国々は、日照時間
Countries at high latitudes experience large changes in daylight hours.
中緯度 refers to mid-latitudes, between high and low latitudes.
Compound of 高 (high) and 緯度 (latitude). A straightforward Sino-Japanese term.