Semi-arid deserts: Deserts are a bit cooler than the dry and hot deserts. The long, dry summers in semi-arid deserts are followed by winters with some rain

Coastal deserts: These deserts are a bit more humid than other types of deserts. 

Subtropical deserts: Located in the subtropical latitudes, these deserts are caused by permanent subtropical anticyclones that bring warm and dry air masses. 

Interior deserts: These deserts are located at the heart of continents. 

Rain shadow deserts: Created when mountain ranges lie parallel to moist, coastal areas.

Polar deserts: defined as a region with a mean temperature of less than 10 degrees Celsius during the warmest month and annual precipitation, including rainfall or snow.