Weather Diagram with Temperature and Mountain

This diagram clearly illustrates the dynamic interaction between mountains and weather patterns. It shows how moist air, represented by the blue arrow, is forced to rise as it encounters a mountain range. As the air ascends, it cools, leading to condensation, cloud formation, and precipitation on the windward side of the mountain. This explains why one side of a mountain can experience significant rainfall. Conversely, as the now drier air descends on the leeward side, indicated by the red arrow, it warms up, creating a drier, often warmer region known as a rain shadow. The visual effectively demonstrates how topography influences local climate and temperature variations.

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