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Question Question 29
Explain how is the winter rain caused. How is this rain beneficial?
The winter rain is caused by Western Disturbances in North and North-East Monsoon winds in Tamil Nadu. In northern India, rain is caused by Westerly depressions or Temperate cyclones originating in Mediterranean Sea. These rains are beneficial for rabi crops like wheat and Barley. The winter rains caused by North-East Monsoon winds brings rainfall to Tamil Nadu and parts of Andhra Pradesh. This rainfall is heavy, stormy and destructive for crops.