Why are temperatures hotter in locations near the equator

Because the equator is closer to the sun. Because the sun's rays hit the earth's surface at a higher angle at the equator. Because the sun is always directly overhead at the equator.

Explanation:

Because the equator is warmer than the places that are farther.

Explanation: Here is the explanation. It is because if you lived near the equator it would hot most of the time, but if you lived in Antarctica would it be hot there? No, it is always cold there so why would it be hot if there is ice, and snow everywhere.

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