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Trade Winds Explained

Image by KaidorThe trade winds are easterly wind systems that blow near the equator. The winds assist vessels in travelling west, and they can even steer storms like hurricanes.The steady Trade Winds wind provided a safe passage for European and American mariners to travel between Europe and

Milankovitch Cycles

The Milankovitch cycles (named after the mathematician and meteorologist Milutin Milankovitch) are incredibly long astronomical trends that affect the dispersion of solar energy and have been suggested to be the ice age pacemakers.One of the most constant features of our weather is the seemingly

Sudden Stratospheric Warming

Every couple of years or so, high in the atmosphere, huge breaking waves of air reverse the prevailing westerly winds and cause a sudden and dramatic warming of the stratosphere in winter.Sudden Stratospheric Warmings can herald significant changes in the weather at the earth’s surface. After

6 Tips for Photographing Birds in the Wild

How to Photograph Birds in the wild.If you love spending time outdoors and want to learn how to photograph birds in their natural habitat, this guide is for you. We'll cover everything you need to know, from choosing the right camera and equipment to finding the best locations and getting close

Capturing Reflections in Landscape Photography

StormHour Quick GuideReflections can be found in water, mirrors, windows and many other places. However, taking a photo of them takes patience. For instance, capturing a perfect reflection of a stunning landscape can take a lot of patience as water is so easily disturbed.Research. Check