Monsoons and the wet season

Northern Australia has a monsoon season (also known as the wet season) in the summer months, bringing dark clouds, thunderstorms, and heavy and persistent rainfall. While endless rain isn't necessarily pleasant and flooding can occur, Australian monsoons can provide relief from extreme heat and drought.

Monsoons occur in other regions too, including India, China and Southeast Asia.

Children who live in tropic regions will be familiar with monsoons. Their early childhood education services can incorporate weather and seasons into their programs.