The JPDF-defined WPSH better matches East Asian temperature and rainfall anomalies (IMAGE)

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The JPDF-defined WPSH better matches East Asian temperature and rainfall anomalies

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Compared with previous definitions, the JPDF-defined Western Pacific Subtropical High shows a closer spatial relationship with vertical motion, as well as temperature anomalies and precipitation anomalies over East Asia, indicating a stronger physical link with weather and climate impacts.

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