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Which of the following local meteorological phenomena in Kerala is characterized by pre-monsoon convective activity resulting in violent thunderstorms during April and May?
A. Loo winds
B. Cherry Blossom showers
C. Kalabandhi storms
D. Mango showers (Kanal Mazha / Edavappathy precursors)✓ Correct Answer
💡 Solution & Explanation
Mango showers are pre-monsoon convective thunderstorms occurring in Kerala during April and May, aiding the early maturation of mango crops. Loo winds blow across the northern plains, distinct from southern coastal phenomena.
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