Foehn Wind Wonders

Zurich Airport lies near Alps affected by Foehn winds.

Snowy mountain with clouds over peaks illustrates Foehn clouds.

Foehn winds happen on the lee side of mountain ranges worldwide.

Air forced up mountains cools and drops moisture as rain or snow.

Lake with melting ice and mountains in the background.

Rotor cloud over Antarctic Peninsula during foehn wind event.

Turbulence mixes air vertically, warming valleys on mountain lee sides.

Mountain valley with clouds and clear sky in Foehn conditions.

Smoke or mist rises over a grassy field and mountains.

Warm Foehn winds mostly help people despite some reported minor ailments.

Mountain range with clouds covering valleys during Foehn wind.

Clouds form as moist air rises over mountain slopes.