tropical easterly jet stream
meteorology
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role in upper-air circulation
- In jet stream
This tropical jet stream affects the formation and duration of Indian and African summer monsoons.
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West African monsoon
- In West African monsoon: Differences from other monsoon systems
…are probably related to the tropical easterly jet stream. The southwest monsoon dominates the weather, and clouds and rain abound. The rain is primarily due to coalescence of droplets, with most of the clouds located below 3,500 metres (11,500 feet). The humidity is very high, and the daily range of…
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