Humid subtropical climates are characterized by hot, humid summers and mild winters. In these regions, deciduous forests are the dominant natural vegetation. Deciduous trees shed their leaves seasonally, thriving in the ample rainfall and distinct seasonal changes.
Coniferous forests, dominated by evergreen needle-leaved trees like pines and spruces, are typically found in cooler temperate and boreal climates with distinct seasons and consistent precipitation—not in humid subtropical zones.