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GCSE Geography · key term
A seasonal change in wind direction that produces distinct wet and dry periods in affected regions.
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Specification 5.5 · Paper 2
Revise: Development Case Study: ContextThe summer south-west monsoon, from June to September, supplies about 75% of India's annual rainfall. The north-east monsoon occurs during October to December. Seasonal rainfall is essential for agriculture and water supplies, but heavy rainfall can cause flooding.
Paper 1
A seasonal change in winds that brings a distinct wet season to much of India.
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The monsoon brings seasonal rainfall that is essential for crop production and water supplies. However, heavy rainfall can also cause flooding. India's environment therefore creates opportunities for farming while exposing people and livelihoods to hazards.