Climate Factors: Monsoons and Cyclones

seasonal winds that dominate the climate of South Asia Monsoons= seasonal winds that dominate the climate of South Asia

Wet Monsoon Season: Late May through October Average temperature is 100° F Warm dry air from land mixes with cool moist air blowing inland from the Indian Ocean to create rain

Dry Monsoon Season: October through May Cool dry air blowing down from mountains creates clear skies, mild temperatures, and low humidity

brings much needed rain +(positive)= brings much needed rain

“An unusually dry start to India's monsoon season is threatening to hurt agricultural output in an economy still hugely dependent on rural areas for growth. After India's driest June in 83 years, four of 28 provinces have declared drought, and many farmers don't have enough water to grow a full crop. More than half of Uttar Pradesh, the most populous state and a key rice and sugar cane-growing area, is suffering from drought. A poor crop yield could push up food prices, straining the government's budget and complicating the central bank's efforts to revive the economy without letting inflation get out of hand.” http://financialnewsexpress.blogspot.com/2009/07/agricultural-economic-news-update-july_31.html

too much rain can cause severe floods and major loss of life - (negative) = too much rain can cause severe floods and major loss of life

fierce tropical storms with winds of 120 mph Cyclones= fierce tropical storms with winds of 120 mph

Occur every seven years Cause huge waves to flood low lying areas