The climate of the Pacific Northwest is as broad and varied as is found anywhere in the world-from dry eastern sections to cool and wet western regions. Pacific Northwest Weather explores the reasons for this, offering an in-depth look into those peculiarities specific to Pacific Northwest weather. Written and designed for the layperson, as well as a basic text in meteorology this book explains how weather occurs on a global scale down to the small-scale way in which your campfire smoke drifts. With interesting references to past storms, like the infamous Columbus Day storm, and weather patterns that cause heat waves and ice storms, this book has much to offer anyone interested in the weather.
WHAT’S GREAT ABOUT THIS BOOK?
* Author is one of the most respected meteorologists in Oregon. Many professionals rely on him for accurate weather information and answers to challenging questions
* Only book available on this subject
* Complicated subject is shared in an easy-to-understand and interesting manner
* Hundreds of color illustrations, photographs, and charts
* Numerous text boxes throughout share interesting historical stories
* Accurate up-to-date information
