westerly

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Most meteorologists cite weakening westerly disturbances – low-pressure systems from the Mediterranean carrying cold air – as a key reason for reduced rainfall and occasional snow during winter in northern India, Pakistan, and Nepal.

From BBC

Strong and gusty south westerly winds are also expected throughout Sunday, worsening conditions.

From BBC

"Previous studies suggested that global climate change would strengthen the westerly winds over the Southern Ocean, and with that, the overturning circulation too," says Léa Olivier.

From Science Daily

Weather experts say the monsoons in South Asia at times appear to have become stronger because they are increasingly coming into contact with another weather system, the westerly disturbance.

From BBC

However, as it often the case this time of year, as we transition out of summer and into autumn, we're now seeing a more westerly influence to the weather.

From BBC