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What is the significance of the north-east trade winds in the winter season?

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North-east trade winds prevail during the winter season in India. These are the winds that blow from land to the sea. This is the reason why winters in India are dry.
A part of north-east winds blows over the Bay of Bengal which bring showers to Coromandel Coast. T

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