The total radiative heating rate is the sum of all contributions from both solar and infrared radiation transfer processes. This figure is reproduced from the Fig. Zonal or Walker circulation along the equator. This figure is reproduced from the Fig. Delineation of the monsoon region.
Rectangle encloses the monsoon region.
Hatched areas are monsoonal areas according to surface wind criteria. Heavy line marks the northern limits of the region with low frequencies of surface cyclone-anticyclone alternations in summer and winter. This figure is reproduced from the Fig. Plan view of an idealized easterly wave model in the Caribbean area. Hatched area indicates main rainfall zone.