Which of the following is a characteristic of a tropical monsoon climate?
A. Dry and arid conditions year-round
B. Distinct wet and dry seasons with high temperatures
C. Consistent heavy rainfall throughout the year
D. Hot summers and cold winters with moderate rainfall
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A tropical monsoon climate (Köppen Am) is characterized by high temperatures year-round, with distinct wet and dry seasons and abundant rainfall, often exceeding 1,000 mm annually.
Explanation:
Kal Baisakhi (Nor'westers) are violent thunderstorms that occur in West Bengal and Assam during April-May before the onset of the monsoon.
Explanation:
Mawsynram in Meghalaya receives over 11,000 mm of rainfall annually, making it the wettest place on Earth, primarily due to the orographic effect of the monsoon winds.
Explanation:
'Indian Summer' is a period of unseasonably warm, dry, and calm weather that occurs in the autumn, typically in North America and Europe, after the first frost.
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