Mawsynram receives the highest average annual rainfall
Climate (10)Give a reason for each of the following: Mawsynram receives the highest average annual rainfall.
Answer
Mawsynram experiences Orographic rainfall as it is located on windward side of Garohill. Bay of Bengal branch of South West Monsoon brings heavy rain to this area / funnel shape of Garo, Khasi, Jaintia hill lead to trapping of clouds leading to more rains.
- Exam Year: 2019