föhnnization

Föhnization is a weather process involving warm, dry air descending on the leeward side of a mountain range after crossing it. When moist air rises over the mountain, it cools and releases moisture as precipitation. As the now dry air descends the other side, it compresses and warms due to increased pressure, resulting in a significant temperature rise and reduced humidity. This phenomenon explains why regions downwind of mountains often experience clear, warm, and dry conditions despite wet weather on the windward side. Fohn winds are a classic example of this process, influencing local climates and weather patterns.