how can one describe the climate of this place?
It varies from subtropical and semi-arid.
Western Europe
The climate of Western Europe varies from subtropical and semi-arid in the coasts of Italy, Portugal and Spain to alpine in the Pyrenees and the Alps. The Mediterranean climate of the south is dry and warm. 
who was john fitzwalter? A prominent Essex landowner best known for his criminal activities, particularly around Colchester. where was he born? UNANSWERABLE was he a part of any service? Yes, Royal service what was his role there? soldier did he also participate in a war? Yes, Hundred Years' War. where did it take place? Western Europe what religion do the people in this place follow? Christianity can you name one major war that took place here? Cold War
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Western Europe [SEP] Climate
The climate of Western Europe varies from subtropical and semi-arid in the coasts of Italy, Portugal and Spain to alpine in the Pyrenees and the Alps. The Mediterranean climate of the south is dry and warm. The western and northwestern parts have a mild, generally humid climate, influenced by the North Atlantic Current.