Planetary Winds | Periodic Winds |
These winds blow throughout the year across the Earth from a region of high pressure to low pressure. | These winds change their direction after a particular time interval. |
They do not change speed and direction frequently. | They blow in one direction for a particular time period. |
These winds are permanent throughout the year. | They blow in a particular season only. |
Examples: Trade winds, polar winds and Westerlies | Example: Monsoon winds |