Extratropical Cyclones: A Deep Dive
Extratropical cyclones, also known as mid-latitude cyclones or wave cyclones, are large-scale weather systems that form in the mid-latitudes between 30 and 60 degrees latitude in both hemispheres. They are distinct from tropical cyclones in several key ways: Formation of Extratropical Cyclones: Impacts of Extratropical Cyclones: Key Takeaways: