Climate shapes agriculture, festivals, clothing, food and housing. A failed monsoon can hurt crop yields, trigger migration and raise food prices. Cultural practices and festivals like Pongal or Baisakhi align with harvests, showing how climate directly influences society and the ...
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The western coastal strip receives heavy rainfall during the monsoon due to moist winds from the Arabian Sea. This results in a tropical wet climate—hot and humid with lush vegetation. It supports rice and spice cultivation and is densely populated ...
The blooming of specific trees often signals the arrival of a new season. For example, many trees blossom during spring, showing winter’s end. Similarly, flowering patterns or leaf shedding indicate transitions between seasons, helping people and animals prepare for seasonal ...
The flat topography of the Thar Desert offers no natural barrier to block hot, dry winds. As a result, the region experiences intense heat, dryness and low rainfall. The openness of the land worsens arid conditions and contributes to frequent ...
Coastal areas have moderate climates because the sea absorbs and releases heat slowly. This regulates temperature, keeping summers cooler and winters warmer. The sea acts as a temperature buffer, preventing extreme weather. Cities like Mumbai experience mild seasonal changes due ...