Which one among the following local winds is NOT related to Mediterranean Sea?

The correct answer is Harmattan.

Key Points

• Harmattan is a dry and dusty trade wind that blows from the Sahara over the West African subcontinent.
• It occurs mostly between the end of November and the middle of March.
• The wind can cause significant temperature drops and low humidity levels in the regions it affects.
• Unlike other local winds listed, Harmattan is not associated with the Mediterranean Sea.

Additional Information

• Khamsin:
  • A hot, dry, sandy wind that blows over Egypt and the eastern Mediterranean region.
  • Usually occurs in late winter and early spring.
• Sirocco:
  • A warm, humid wind that originates in the Sahara and moves northward across the Mediterranean Sea.
  • It can carry dust and sand, affecting southern Europe.
• Mistral:
  • A strong, cold northwesterly wind that blows through the Rhône valley and southern France into the Mediterranean Sea.
  • It can bring clear and dry weather conditions.
• Local Winds:
  • Local winds are those that are influenced by the local geography and topography of an area.
  • They often have significant impacts on the climate and weather patterns of the regions they affect.