Highland climate, also known as alpine climate, is characterized by cooler temperatures and significant variations in weather due to elevation. It typically occurs in mountainous regions, where the altitude affects temperature and precipitation patterns. As elevation increases, temperatures generally decrease, leading to a shorter growing season and distinct seasonal changes. In highland climates, precipitation can vary widely, often falling as snow at higher altitudes. Vegetation is adapted to these conditions, with forests at lower elevations giving way to grasslands and alpine tundra as one ascends. This climate supports unique ecosystems, including species like mountain goats and alpine flowers.