climate
What has the greatest effect on the temperature of a region?
the amount of sunlight it gets
Throughout the year, there is usually some wind blowing at the beach during the day and night. what is the cause of these winds?
the differences in temperature of land and ocean.
When a low pressure systems moves into North Carolina, which kind of weather will most likely occur?
rainy and windy
How is weather on a cloudy night most likely to differ from the weather on a clear night?
the temperature will be warmer
What is an effect of La Nina on North Carolina's summer weather?
decreased rainfall
20x20
What is 400
In which direction do prevailing westerlies flow?
from west to east
High air pressure is most often related to which type of weather?
cool with clear skies
What condition is connected with rainy weather?
low pressure
What two factors are needed to measure wind?
direction and speed
The Force That Slows Down A Moving Object
What is Friction
If a weather system is moving from the Pacific coast to North Carolina, from which direction will the winds in North Carolina most likely blow?
west
Which describes how wind speed is affected by weather?
A. rainy weather causes greater wind speed
B. warmer weather causes greater wind speeds
C. differences in air pressure cause greater wind speeds
D. small temperature changes cause greater wind speeds
C
How will freezing air temperatures affect rain as it falls through the air?
it will change to sleet
Which type of weather most likely occurs in a high pressure area?
clear