Weather Test 5 Review
Why would residents along the coast of North Carolina most likely be concerned about a strong La Niña event in August?
La Niña can mean an active hurricane season.
Which best explains how El Niño affects the jet stream?
The jet stream is pushed south and results in increased precipitation.
How will warm waters moving up from the Gulf Stream most likely affect the local weather conditions on a North Carolina beach?
The sea breeze will increase in temperature.
How could global warming affect local weather?
The temperature would slightly increase.
What impact does the Gulf Stream have on North Carolina's coastal climate?
The warm water from the Gulf Stream current warms the land
This is a Description of El Nino
The water in the Pacific Ocean gets warmer than normal, and the flow of the jet stream is disrupted.
What best explains why El Niño could cause an increase in precipitation in California?
Warmer ocean water allows for warmer, wet air to travel east toward the United States.
How does the Gulf Stream impact hurricane development off the coast of the southeastern United States?
Warmer water from the Gulf Stream increases the speed and intensity of the hurricane.
Which best describes the Gulf Stream?
an ocean current which originates in the Gulf of Mexico and causes warm water to travel up the east coast of the United States
Which weather conditions are associated with El Niño?
increased temperature, increased precipitation
A weather system from the Gulf of Mexico brings heavy precipitation to an area. Which best describes the air mass?
low pressure air mass
Which is most likely an effect of the Gulf Stream?
milder winter temperatures in Florida and NC
How could La Niña affect weather during the summer in North Carolina?
warmer temperatures and less rain
Which causes North Carolina to experience an increase in winter precipitation?
El Nino causes more precipitation in NC in winter
What is the cause of rising surface temperatures of the Pacific Ocean, drought in the western United States, and flooding on the Pacific coast of South America?
El Niño