Which of the following is a characteristic of a tropical savanna climate?
A. Cold temperatures in winter
B. No dry season
C. Dry season in winter
D. Dry season in summer
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Tropical savanna climates (Köppen Aw) have a distinct dry season in winter, typically when the ITCZ shifts away from the region, and a wet season in summer.
Explanation:
Rajasthan, particularly the Thar Desert region, records the highest summer temperatures in India, often exceeding 50°C, with Phalodi being one of the hottest places.
Explanation:
The Indian Ocean Dipole involves changes in sea surface temperatures and wind patterns across the Indian Ocean, leading to reversals in surface winds and currents during positive and negative phases.
Explanation:
During the winter solstice (around December 21), the Sun's rays are directly overhead at the Tropic of Capricorn (23.5°S), marking the shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.
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