A new map brings clarity and beauty to Earth's varied and diverse climates.

You probably saw a multi-coloured climate map at least once in school. You might have pored over it, fascinated. Was Antarctica really a cold desert? And why was so much of Russia listed as tundra?

Vibrant art deco hotels along the Ocean Drive on a sunny day in Miami Beach, Florida. (Photo credit: Getty Images) Did you know that Miami and Orlando have different climates? Yes, while many ...