wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

The movement of the westerly jest stream to the north of the Himalayas and the presence of the tropical easterly jet stream over the Indian peninsula during summer affects the monsoons. How?

Open in App
Solution

Hi,

Jet streams are located approximately over 27°-30° north latitude, therefore, they are known as subtropical westerly jet streams. These jet streams blow south of the Himalayas, all through the year except in summer. The western cyclonic disturbances experienced in the north and north-western parts of the country are brought in by this westerly flow. In summer, the subtropical westerly jet stream moves north of the Himalayas with the apparent movement of the sun. An easterly jet stream, called the tropical easterly jet stream blows over peninsular India, approximately over 14°N during the summer months. Thus, it affects most part of Indian climate throughout the year.


flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
similar_icon
Similar questions
View More
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Cold Weather Season
GEOGRAPHY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon