Rainy season
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-008388
A period of the year when a region receives the majority of its annual precipitation. This season is often associated with a shift in atmospheric circulation patterns, such as the movement of the intertropical convergence zone. Many tropical and subtropical regions experience distinct rainy and dry seasons.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-008388 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| Synonyms | wet season |
Record as JSON
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"term": "Rainy season",
"field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
"definition": "A period of the year when a region receives the majority of its annual precipitation. This season is often associated with a shift in atmospheric circulation patterns, such as the movement of the intertropical convergence zone. Many tropical and subtropical regions experience distinct rainy and dry seasons.",
"synonyms": [
"wet season"
],
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/rainy-season/"
}
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