northern

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This particularly deprives eastern parts of the country of rainfall and sees a later start to the northern wet season -- though less chance of tropical cyclones.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Flooding is common in northern Peru and southern Ecuador, and can reach parts of East Africa, Central Asia and the southern United States.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

In contrast, the weather pattern is tied to drier-than-average conditions in northern Brazil, increasing the risk of droughts and wildfires, including in the Amazon.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Topanga Creek is home to another endangered fish, the small but hardy northern tidewater goby, often described as cute.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Until the very last day, Aziz stared in the direction of the northern fields and wished for the khan’s return.

From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri