Meandering of the Westerlies (IMAGE)

Hokkaido University

Meandering of the Westerlies

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More snow cover in winter will be reflected in the level of moisture in the soil in spring, which will cause lower summer temperatures. The low summer temperatures will facilitate the meandering of the westerlies, which tend to cause high temperatures in the surrounding regions.

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Hokkaido University

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