In this article we will discuss about the wintertime and summertime air masses of North America. 1. Wintertime Air Masses: i. Continental Polar Air Mass (cP): Continental polar air mass is cold (K), dry and stable (s), and originates over the snow-covered central Canada to the north of 50°-60°N latitude, and Alaska while continental arctic […]
Air Masses of North America | Climatology | Geography
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Fronts of Air Masses: Meaning, Creation and Classification | Climatology |Geography
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In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Fronts 2. Creation of Fronts 3. Classification 4. Changing Weather. Meaning of Fronts: Front is that sloping boundary which separates two opposing air masses having contrasting characteristics in terms of air temperature, humidity, density, pressure, and wind direction. An extensive transitional zone between two converging […]
Air Masses of Asia | Climatology | Geography
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In this article we will discuss about the wintertime and summertime air masses of Asia. 1. Wintertime Air Masses: i. Continental Polar Air Masses: These air masses originate over extensive areas comprising Siberia and outer Mongolia having very cold ground surface. Initially, the air masses are very cold and dry in their source regions. The […]