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Latent Heat, Dew, Frost and Fog. Atmospheric Circulations Move Moisture Northward. Where some of it condenses in the midlatitudes and northern latitudes, releasing latent heat. Latent Heat Is Also An Important Energy Source for Hurricanes and Thunderstorms. Atmospheric Rivers.
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Where some of it condenses in the midlatitudes and northern latitudes, releasing latent heat
Latent Heat Is Also An Important Energy Source for Hurricanes and Thunderstorms
Atmospheric Rivers A relatively narrow current of warm, moist air from the subtropics…often starting near or just north of Hawaii.
A Recent Devastating Pineapple Express: November 6-7, 2006 Dark Green: about 20 inches
Release of latent heat during condensation associated with dew formation can slow down cooling at night