Equatorial region. Convectional rainfall occurs in the Equatorial region. The Equatorial region receives a greater amount of solar radiation. When the energy of the sun heats up the earth’s surface, there is an evaporation of water, forming water vapour. The warm air above the land surface expands and rises. Where does convectional rainfall occur in …
Convectional rainfall seems to occur when the heated air from the earth’s surface rises upwards along with the water vapor & gets condensed when it reaches a higher altitude. Here the clouds carrying the water vapor are not carried away by the wind and hence, it rains in the same place. What is convectional rainfall …
The Himalayas consist of three parallel ranges, the Greater Himalayas known as the Himadri, the Lesser Himalayas called the Himachal, and the Shivalik hills, which comprise the foothills. Mount Everest at a height of 8848m is the highest peak followed by the Greater Himalayas at 8598 m. What is northern mountain ranges? The Himalayan Mountains …
orographic precipitation, rain, snow, or other precipitation produced when moist air is lifted as it moves over a mountain range. As the air rises and cools, orographic clouds form and serve as the source of the precipitation, most of which falls upwind of the mountain ridge. When and where do orographic occur? Orographic Lifting Same …
Located on the south-western side, Colombo is the rainiest and snowiest part in Sri Lanka. The region experiences approximately 99 inches (2500 mm) of rain annually, and the snowfall exceeds 9.5 inches (240 mm) per month in the two peaks. How cold does it get in Sri Lanka? The coldest month with respect to mean …
Sri Lanka is known as ‘The Pearl of the Indian Ocean’ due its outstanding natural beauty. It has also been called ‘the Teardrop of India’ because of its shape and location. Sri Lanka is an island country located in the Indian Ocean near to the southern coast of India. What is the tear drop of …
Central Highlands of Sri Lanka is a recognised world Heritage Site in Sri Lanka. The site comprises the Peak Wilderness Protected Area, the Horton Plains National Park and the Knuckles Conservation Forest. These are rain forests, where the elevation reaches 2,500 metres (8,200 ft) above sea level. What are located in the central hills? The …
Satpura Range, range of hills, part of the Deccan plateau, western India. The hills stretch for some 560 miles (900 km) across the widest part of peninsular India, through Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh states. What is the other name of Satpura Range? It is also known as ‘Queen of Satpura‘, and became a destination for …
Bambarakanda Falls. With a height of 263 m (863 ft), it ranks as the 299th highest waterfall in the world[citation needed]. Situated in Kalupahana in the Badulla District, this waterfall is 5 km away from the A4 Highway. What is the 2nd highest waterfall in Sri Lanka? Diyaluma FallsDiyaluma Falls are the second highest waterfalls …
The south coast is one of Sri Lanka’s most rewarding areas to visit. Representing the island in microcosm, the region offers gorgeous beaches, colonial towns, and superb wildlife parks, as well as a host of Buddhist shrines and temples. Which is the best part of Sri Lanka? The Most Beautiful Places to Visit in Sri …
