Cirrus clouds are high-level clouds (above 6,000 meters) composed of ice crystals, appearing as thin, wispy streaks. They are often associated with fair weather but can indicate approaching changes.
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Steppe climates (Köppen BSh/BSk) are semi-arid, characterized by low rainfall (250-500 mm per year) and grasslands, often transitioning between deserts and more humid climates.
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Wind backing is a counterclockwise change in wind direction with altitude in the Northern Hemisphere (e.g., from south to east). Backing typically indicates cold air advection.
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The jet stream is a narrow, fast-flowing air current in the upper atmosphere that flows from west to east and significantly influences weather patterns around the world.
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