I WONDER - What Is A Monsoon?

Monsoons are not storms but are seasonal changes in wind patterns that affect weather globally. They occur due to temperature differences between the ocean and land, causing wind as hot air rises over land and cooler air moves in. Monsoon seasons are characterized by warm, wet weather with significant rainfall.

What are monsoons and how do they affect weather patterns?

Explain the difference between monsoons and storms.

What causes the seasonal changes in wind that characterize monsoons?

Describe the temperature differences between air over the ocean and air over the land during monsoon seasons.

How do monsoon seasons impact the overall climate in affected regions?