Himalayan Air Patterns Enhance Monsoon Predictions

Indian scientists have made a significant breakthrough in understanding how vertical air movements over the Himalayas influence the Indian monsoon. Utilizing high-resolution, direct measurements from locally developed Stratosphere-Troposphere radar, researchers were able to map detailed vertical air motions over the Himalayas, a vital factor in monsoon forecasts. This discovery highlights a newly found persistent downward air motion in the upper troposphere and complex vertical circulations that could improve weather predictions and climate models, proving crucial for agriculture, water management, and disaster preparedness in South Asia.

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