It is a non-monsoonal precipitation pattern that induces low-pressure systems in the lower layers of the atmosphere and causes rainfall in the plains and snowfall in the mountains.

Impact

  • Lack of snowfall in the mountains affects the yield of Rabi crops 
  • Availability of water in the mountains
  • Horticulture crops like apples will be severely affected due to changes in snowfall.
  • The tourism sector will also be affected.
  • They can also cause fog, cold waves, and result in landslides.

 

Source: Down To Earth