Orographic Effects
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Orographic effects shape weather in subtle and sometimes surprising ways. From enhanced rainfall on windward slopes to dry rain shadows, shifting winds and temperature inversions, terrain leaves a clear signature on local conditions. Use this thread to share observations, ask questions and discuss how orography influences weather in different regions.
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So true!
e.g. in my country, Greece, with high mountains from NW to SE,
yearly rainfall looks like
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Excellent example :)
Out of curiosity, where in Greece are you based? Have you noticed this pattern changing in recent years, or has it stayed fairly consistent?
And what about the total accumulated precipitation, does it seem to be increasing, decreasing, or shifting seasonally?
BR from meteoblue!
