Description
New Mexico is considered to be a desert climate, but both the climate and weather often vary dramatically over small distances. Variations in topography and surface types result in local climates that can be significantly different from an area’s climate classification. The Albuquerque Box, canyon winds, and some aspects of the summer monsoon are examples of the unique regimes covered in this talk.
Deirdre Kann has a BS in mathematics and a PhD in atmospheric sciences from Purdue University. She worked for various agencies within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for 30 years, including 23 years as the Science & Operations Officer at the Albuquerque National Weather Service.