WATER-VAPOR TRANSFER AND WATER BALANCE OVER EASTERN CHINA,
Abstract
Water-vapor transfer and water balance over eastern China are calculated using aerological sounding data of January and July 1956. It is shown that along with the seasonal variations of monsoon circulation, there is a marked difference in the transfer of water vapor between summer and winter. However, in both of these seasons the inflow of water vapor from the south is most significant. In comparison with the total transfer, eddy transport is generally less important. Maximum eddy transport occurs in central China, consistent with the translating path of the high in winter and the mean position of the polar front in summer. During July 1956, mainland China is shown to be a source of water vapor where the amount of evapotranspiration is larger than that of precipitation. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1966
- Accession Number
- AD0648156
Entities
People
- Hsu Shu-ying
Organizations
- Emmanuel College