South Asia: Climate and Vegetation
 
Monsoons The monsoons are seasonal winds that change direction.
The summer monsoon brings in moisture from the Indian Ocean and produces a tremendous amount of rain.  The moisture from winter monsoons are largely blocked by the Himalayas.
The summer monsoon rains can cause flooding and all sorts of hardship. Still, though, the monsoon is welcomed because it relieves the heat of June’s heat and the agricultural industry is highly dependent on the rains. 80% of India’s rain comes during the monsoon season, which last from June to September.
 
Cyclones Cyclones are hurricanes that happen in this area.  They can cause a great deal of damage.

24.2 - South Asia Climate and Vegetation

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    South Asia: Climateand Vegetation
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    Monsoons The monsoonsare seasonal winds that change direction.
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    The summer monsoonbrings in moisture from the Indian Ocean and produces a tremendous amount of rain. The moisture from winter monsoons are largely blocked by the Himalayas.
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    The summer monsoonrains can cause flooding and all sorts of hardship. Still, though, the monsoon is welcomed because it relieves the heat of June’s heat and the agricultural industry is highly dependent on the rains. 80% of India’s rain comes during the monsoon season, which last from June to September.
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    Cyclones Cyclones arehurricanes that happen in this area. They can cause a great deal of damage.