Seasons and Climate Classification - Lecture 18

Explore the seasonal cycles and climate classification systems in this 45-minute lecture from Yale University's "The Atmosphere, the Ocean and Environmental Change" course. Discover how seasonal shifts in precipitation bands, the polar front, and the Intertropical Convergence Zone affect global weather patterns. Learn about regional climate classifications based on temperature and precipitation values. Examine specific examples of seasonality and its impact on weather and climate events. Gain insights into topics such as sunlight seasonality in the Arctic Circle, precipitation patterns, and seasonally controlled phenomena. Enhance your understanding of Earth's complex atmospheric and oceanic systems through this comprehensive exploration of seasons and climate.