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Climate

Uttarakhand Board · Class 11 · Geography

Quick revision notes for Climate — Uttarakhand Board Class 11 Geography. Key concepts, formulas, and definitions for last-minute revision.

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Key Topics to Revise

1

Basic Concepts of Weather and Climate

  • Weather is the momentary state of atmosphere (changes within days/weeks)
  • Climate is the average weather conditions over 50+ years
  • India has hot monsoonal climate prevalent in South and Southeast Asia
2

Factors Controlling Indian Climate

  • Latitude: Tropic of Cancer divides India into tropical and subtropical zones
  • Himalayan Mountains: Act as climatic divide, block cold winds, trap monsoons
  • Distance from sea: Coastal areas have moderate climate, interior has extremes
3

Seasonal Cycle - Cold Weather Season (December-February)

  • Temperature: Below 21°C in northern plains, night temperatures may freeze
  • Pressure: High pressure over northern plains, low pressure over Indian Ocean
  • Winds: Light northeasterly winds (3-5 km/hr), influenced by topography
4

Hot Weather Season (March-May)

  • Temperature: 30-48°C in northern plains, milder in south (26-32°C)
  • Heat belt moves north: March (Deccan 38°C) → April (Gujarat-MP 38-43°C) → May (Northwest 48°C)
  • ITCZ moves north to 25°N, creates low pressure trough

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Key Concepts

A climate system characterized by seasonalA lowCold Weather Season (DecLatitudeHigh Rainfall (>200cm)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Climate for Uttarakhand Board Class 11 Geography?
Climate covers several key topics that are frequently asked in Uttarakhand Board Class 11 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
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Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 77 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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