Monsoon systems represent one of the most prominent modes of seasonal climate variability, characterised by a pronounced reversal of prevailing winds and associated precipitation changes. These ...

The Himalayas exhibit pronounced spatial and temporal variability in precipitation owing to the interplay of the South Asian summer monsoon, mid-latitude westerly disturbances and complex topography.

One of the most pervasive misunderstandings of climate — even among some who publish on climate — is the belief that any long-term trend in a measured climate variable indicates a change in climate, ...

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Adaptation refers to efforts to reduce the risks of climate variability and change and make a system more resilient. Adapting agriculture to climate change can better prepare farmers and producers for ...

A new Murdoch University study has found that cold-blooded animals (ectotherms) are unable to adjust physiologically to daily temperature fluctuations, a limitation that could leave them increasingly ...