What are Spain's rivers like? Rivers in Spain have different characteristics. Some are very long. Others are short. Some have an abundant flow all year round. Others have a very low flow in summer. In the archipelagos there are gullies and torrents that only have water when it rains. What affects Spain's rivers? Rivers in Spain have different characteristics because of the different types of climate and relief. Map of the rivers in Spain TH I N K AB0UT IT ! In the Islas Canarias and the Islas Baleares there are no true rivers. Why do you think this is? RELIEF Rivers that start in mountains near the sea are short. Rivers that start a long way from the sea are long. CLIMATE Rivers that flow through areas with high precipitation have an abundant flow. Rivers that flow through dry areas have a low flow and can become dry during the summer. 14 · f o u r t e e n
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