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4.8. Local Winds

Besides major wind systems of the earth’s surface, there are certain types of winds which are produced by purely local factors and therefore, are called local winds. These local winds play a significant role in the weather and climate of a particular locality. Following is a brief account of some of the well-known local winds which are found in different parts of the world.

 

4.8.1. The Land and Sea BreezesFigure 19 – Sea and Land Breezes4.8.3. Hot Local WindsFigure 20 – mountain and valley breezes4.8.4. Cold Local Winds