Q. Why are the winds of Europe generally highest in December and January?
A. Because the sun is furthest south in those months; and (as the heat in these northern regions rapidly decreases) the contrast between our temperature and that of the torrid zone is greater in December and January, than in any other two months throughout the year.
Q. Why does this contrast of heat increase the violence of the winds?
A. As the air always seeks to preserve an equilibrium, therefore the greater the contrast, the more violent will be the rush of air to equalize the two volumes.
Q. Why are the winds in Europe generally the most placid during the months of September and August?
A. August and September are our warmest months, when we approach nearer to the heat of the torrid zone than in any other two months; therefore, the air (to and from the equator) moves with less velocity in our northern hemisphere.
Q. Show the goodness and wisdom of God in the constant tendency of air to equilibrium.
A. If the cool air of the polar regions did not rush into the torrid zone, it would become so hot, that no human being could endure it. If (on the other hand) the hot air from the torrid zone did not modify the polar regions, they would soon become insufferably cold.
Q. Why are east winds in England generally dry?
A. Because, as they come over the vast continents of Asia and Europe, they absorb very little water.