Question
Describe the salient features of the world distribution of rainfall and its controlling factors.
Solution
1. In general, as we proceed from the equator towards the poles, rainfall goes on steadily decreasing.
2. The coastal areas of the world receive greater amount of rainfall than interior of the continents.
3. The rainfall is more over the oceans land mass.
4. The rain is heavier between 35° to 40° latitudes in both hemispheres.
5. The rain is heavier on eastern coasts and decreases towards the west.
6. The rain is greater on the windward side than the leeward side.
