Tropical Variability
This section presents an overview of major cyclical patterns that dominate tropical intraseasonal and interannual variability, including the impact on higher latitudes. Characteristic atmospheric and oceanic patterns for the oscillations are presented and methods for tracking their evolution are described.
Tropical variability influences weather on many levels, including the development of tropical cyclones and enhancement or suppression of precipitation. Monitoring the development and progression of tropical waves can provide important cues for forecasting conditions of importance to aeronautical operations.
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- Intraseasonal Variability
- Interannual Variability