NASA
Nasa: Global Wind Patterns
This site from NASA lists and defines global wind patterns. It features a graphic of these patterns and a self-test with answers.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Global Wind Belts Study Guide
Review the main global winds using this study guide.
University Corporation for Atmospheric Research
Ucar: The 1991/1992 Drought
This site from the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research offers information on drought and global climate conditions, with an explanation of the trade winds.
Weather Wiz Kids
Weather Wiz Kids: Wind
Wind is air in motion. It is produced by the uneven heating of the earth's surface by the sun. Since the earth's surface is made of various land and water formations, it absorbs the sun's radiation unevenly. Two factors are necessary to...
Other
Stormfax: El Nino Glossary
This site offers definitions for terms related to El Nino, including information on southern oscillation and its relationship to the trade winds.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Mauritius: Geography
A graphic showing the terrain, climate, and natural resources of Mauritius. Information is from the CIA World Fact Book.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Seychelles: Geography
A description of the climate and terrain of the the islands that make up the country of Seychelles. Information is from the CIA World Fact Book.
NOAA
Noaa: Pmel: Definitions of El Nino, La Nina and Enso
In defining the terms El Nino, La Nina and ENSO, this site describes the relationship between the trade winds and these conditions.
The History Cat
The History Cat: Geography Phenomenon: Hurricanes
Describes how ocean currents affect climates around the world and the impact of the Gulf Stream, which can cause hurricanes to form. The role of wind patterns in the Caribbean is also discussed.