Question

Discuss the process of orographic rainfall.

Answer 1

Instructions:

• Introduce orographic rainfall
• Discuss the process of its occurrence

Solution:

• Orographic rainfall occurs when the rain-bearing clouds from the sea, reach the land and move upwards along the mountain slopes.
• The upward ascension of clouds along steep mountain slopes leads to lower temperatures and further condensation in clouds.
• This results in rainfall along the windward side of the mountain, while the other side which does not receive rainfall is called the leeward side or rain shadow region.