Latitude: As a general rule of thumb, northern latitudes typically see an average temperature decrease, whereas southern latitudes see an average temperature increase.You can learn more about the effects of climate in our dedicated climate section below. Climate: Alongside Outside Connections and Natural Resources, climate is one of the most crucial aspects you need to consider, as not only does climate (and latitude) dictate the weather, daylight hours, and temperatures, but it also changes the behavior of citizens, increased need for maintenance services, and spikes in energy consumption.Just be cautious of which theme you select, as while most items can have their theme manually changed from their default styling before building, your city will ultimately be forced to obey either left-hand or right-hand traffic rules permanently – so choose wisely. Theme: While the theme of your map won’t adversely impact any services or facilities, it will affect the visual styling of buildings in residential and commercial zones, street markings, traffic lights, vehicle models, and other roadside props.Here’s what you need to know about all six map features and how they can impact your city: Before building your first city, it’s vital that you fully understand the map that you’re building on, as features, such as climate, outside connections, or natural resources, could ultimately have a significant impact on your city that you may not have initially planned for.
