ATPL Meteorology Practice Questions - Airline Transport Pilot Licence Meteorology Exam

Southwesterly surface winds, bringing heavy orographic precipitation to the windward (southwestern) slopes of the central hills, while the leeward (northeastern) areas experience dry Foehn-like conditions. Northeasterly surface winds, bringing dry continental air from the Indian subcontinent across the entire island. Variable light winds with severe morning radiation fog over coastal aerodromes like Colombo (VCBI). Strong southeasterly trade winds carrying sub-freezing air masses and severe snow showers to altitudes above 3,000 feet.