Monsooni

Monsooni is a term that refers to the seasonal reversal of winds that occurs in certain regions, most notably across South Asia and Southeast Asia. This phenomenon is driven by the differential heating of land and sea. During the summer months, the landmass heats up more quickly than the surrounding oceans, causing the air above the land to become less dense and rise. This creates a low-pressure area over the land. Moist air from the cooler ocean is then drawn inland to replace the rising air, resulting in heavy rainfall. This is known as the summer monsoon.

In contrast, during the winter months, the land cools down more rapidly than the oceans. This creates a high-pressure area over the land, and drier, cooler air from the land is pushed out towards the ocean. This is the winter monsoon, which is typically characterized by dry weather and less precipitation. The timing and intensity of monsoons can vary significantly from year to year and have a profound impact on agriculture, water resources, and the overall climate of the affected regions. The word "monsoon" itself is derived from the Arabic word "mausim," meaning season.