Dominant air circulation during heat waves. (IMAGE)

Tokyo Metropolitan University

Dominant air circulation during heat waves.

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Dominant air circulation during heat waves. The team uncovered typical air circulation patterns during heat waves. In one, a high-pressure pattern extends over the islands, giving dry weather. In another, a tropical cyclone approaches, accompanied by both high temperatures and humidity.

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Tokyo Metropolitan University

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