Differentiate between Temperate Cyclones and Tropical Cyclones.
| Tropical Cyclones | Temperate Cyclones |
|---|---|
| They originate between 8° and 20° north and south of the oceans in the tropical regions. | These are active over mid latitudinal regions between 35° and 65° latitudes in both the hemispheres. |
| These are produced and developed mainly over the sea. | These are produced over both land and sea. |
| These are limited to a small area and generally travel from the east to the west. | They comparatively cover a larger area and generally move from the west to the east. |
| Wind is calm at the centre of the tropical cyclone with no rainfall, | Winds are strong and rainfall takes place at the centre of the temperate cyclones. |