Global and Local Winds

Winds found near the equator that blow east-to-west, carrying warm air.

An area around the equator where there is very little wind, often described as 'dull' or 'sluggish'.

Winds that blow from west to east, moving weather systems in the United States.

Bands of high and low pressure found about every 30 degrees of latitude.

A breeze that occurs when warm air rises over the land and cooler air from the ocean moves in.

A breeze that occurs when cool air from the land moves towards the ocean at night.

The curving of a path of a moving object from an otherwise straight path due to Earth's rotation.

Winds that blow from the poles towards the equator, generally cold and dry.

The equator is the region where trade winds converge, leading to the formation of the doldrums.

Local winds are winds that blow over short distances, while global winds are large-scale winds that affect weather patterns across the globe.