The Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ)

Now take a look at Figure 6.2, which illustrates the seasonal movement of the ITCZ in Africa. Notice that the maps include two acronyms: Congo Air Boundary (CAB) and surface (sfc).

Seasonal variability of the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), Congo air boundary (CAB), tropical rain belt, a

Figure 6.2 Seasonal variability of the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), Congo air boundary (CAB), tropical rain belt, and surface winds over Africa.

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