Teleconnections are long-distance atmospheric connections that link weather patterns in different parts of the globe. These connections can influence climate variability on a regional and global scale.
Key Concepts
Long-Distance Influences: Teleconnections describe how weather patterns in one region can influence weather patterns in another region, often thousands of kilometers away.
Atmospheric Waves: These connections are often mediated by large-scale atmospheric waves, such as Rossby waves, which can propagate across vast distances.
Examples of Teleconnections
El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO): A prominent example of a teleconnection, influencing weather patterns across the globe.
Pacific Decadal Oscillation (PDO): Another important teleconnection that affects climate variability in the Pacific Ocean and surrounding regions.
Arctic Oscillation (AO): Influences winter weather patterns in the Northern Hemisphere.
Impact on Climate
Teleconnections can significantly impact regional and global climate, influencing rainfall, temperature, and the occurrence of extreme weather events.
Understanding teleconnections is crucial for improving climate prediction and assessing the potential impacts of climate change.
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