9th Class Social Science Climate / जलवायु Question Bank Short Answer Type - Climate

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    Why does Chennai receive more rain in winter? Explain.

    Answer:

    Chennai receives more rain in winter because: The north-east winds pick up moisture while crossing Bay of Bengal. These winds are on-shore in winter season. (a) In summer, Chennai lies in the rain-shadow of Western Ghats. Moreover south-west monsoons are off-shore, hence less rainfall.


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