Snowfall in Tropical Countries

 

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1. Luh Nityaswari Laba   (1001220166)
2. Eois Tri Wahyuni         (1001220138)
3. Annisa Atika Irwan      (1001220100)
4. Mujahidah Adawiah     (1001220234)
5. Ghina Yumna Kamila   (1001220193)

First Draft : 

Outline:

General Statement 

• "Snow" definition 
• Advantage and disadvantage of Snowfall in Tropical Countries 

Explanation 

• The phenomenon of snowfall in tropical countries 
• Causes of snowfall in tropical countries 

Conclusion 

• The impact of snowfall in tropical countries

Snowfall in Tropical Countries

    Snow is a natural phenomenon that generally occurs in countries with sub-tropical climates. It feels like everyone is very happy if there is snow. We make various shapes of ice grains and have fun in the cold with family and loved ones. But did you know that snow can also fall in a country with a tropical climate like Indonesia? Even this has been scientifically proven. How did the snow come about?

    Snow is the smallest of water droplets, descending from the sky through the clouds. During the process, the water pattern turns into a denser one. This is because rain cools the water grains in the air that contain the steam point. The more those vapor points combine in the Earth's atmosphere layers, the more it freezes. This happens when the vapor points reach the highest temperatures. The appearance of snow clusters is also caused by a small gathering of impurities in the air, which is formed from a small hill during the formation of snow. Snow typically contains 200 ice particles that combine to form one. Then, where can we see the phenomenon of snow in tropical countries? What is the process that causes so much snow to fall that it violates natural laws? Before we go on to the causes of snowfall in tropical countries, let's look at the advantages and disadvantages of snowfall for human life.

    

Some of the benefits or advantages that can arise from snowfall include the following: 

1. Help plants One of the benefits of snow is that it can protect plants. Snow can protect plants from frost that often attacks plants and soil. 
2. As a play area Another advantage of the inevitable snow is that it provides a play area. Usually, children will really like snow because they will get to play new games in it. Snowfall will result in a large pile of piled-up snow. The ground is covered with a soft cushion like a mattress, so it is safe to roll around; besides being exposed to snow, it won't get wet like ice. 
3. Seasonal attractions when it snows, many new tourist attractions will be opened. This tourist spot can be a public place or an ordinary place and is not used for anything. But when it snows, this place suddenly becomes a busy tourist spot.

Some of the negative impacts or consequences of snowfall include the following: 

1. Blocking the journey. One of the negative impacts of snowfall is that it can hinder people's travel. This happens when the snow falls very much and creates a snow mound that covers the road. 
2. Causing landslides. Snow mounds will sometimes cause avalanches. This avalanche will occur when a lot of snow is mounded. When there is a lot of snow that is no longer strong enough to accommodate it, this will cause an avalanche. 
3. Isolate a place. Snow that is too thick will also cause obstacles when accessing a place. This makes a place isolated and difficult to reach for many people.

   Snowfall generally falls in parts of the world that have sub-tropical climates, those that experience winter, or countries with four seasons. However, apparently there is a unique phenomenon where snowfall appears in tropical countries. Snow that falls in tropical countries is often considered a unique and rare natural phenomenon. Storms that bring cold temperatures to extreme levels are generally one of the causes of this unique natural phenomenon.

1. Hawaii is one of two states in the United States that are separated from the mainland. The country that is considered always warm and full of sun is mentioned by weather experts as one where it is not unusual for snow to fall in tropical Hawaii. Meteorologist Matt Foster told the Los Angeles Times that Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa sometimes get five to six times a year of heavy snow, with a maximum thickness of 2-3 feet and only a few short days. There are even times in winter when the two peaks get little or no snow, like in 2015.
2. Egypt is a country that is mostly located in northeastern Africa. This country, known for its typical pyramids, sphinxes, and deserts, appears to have seen snowfall. According to some conjectures, the truth may not be certain, but snow did fall in Egypt 112 years ago. At the end of 2013, the snow again hit Egypt, precisely in Cairo, which is the capital of the country. The snow that fell in northern Egypt covered beaches, parks, streets, and the roofs of people's houses. This snow occurred as a result of a blizzard that occurred in Jerusalem, Israel. 
3. Indonesia, is known as a tropical country, which consists of only two seasons, namely the rainy and dry seasons. So, it's actually not uncommon for it to snow in this country. However, one of its areas has a unique natural phenomenon, namely: snowfall in the province of Papua. Puncak Jaya Wijaya, or Carstensz Pyramid, is the highest peak that is part of the Sudirman Range Mountains in Papua Province, Indonesia. The highest peak in Papua is covered by snow glaciers, the only tropical glaciers in Asia. Jaya Wijaya, with an altitude of 4,884 masl (meters above sea level), has eternal snow at its peak. However, Dwikorita Karnawati, the Head of BMKG, stated during a Hearing Meeting (RDP) with Commission V of the DPR RI at the Senayan Parliament Building in Jakarta on Monday, March 21, 2022, that "if warming and rising temperatures continue and climate change is not mitigated, it is predicted that the ice will be extinct and no longer exists at the peak of Jayawijaya by 2025."

    The occurrence of snowfall in Indonesia is rare. due to the fact that Indonesia is a tropical nation with just two seasons, the dry season and the rainy season. Snow is typically seen in areas that experience the four distinct seasons of winter, autumn, summer, and spring. In Indonesia, the peaks of the Jayawijaya and Mount Dieng mountains experience the phenomenon of snowfall. This is due to the Jayawijaya Mountains' 4,884-m peak's relative height. The mountain peak's elevation results in extremely low temperatures there. Every 100 meters in height will result in a 1-degree drop in air temperature. Jayawijaya's elevation of 4,844 feet means that it will be 49 degrees Celsius colder than the surrounding area at sea level. The Carstensz Glacier, the only tropical glacier in Indonesia that is still present and is gradually beginning to thin away owing to global warming, is located near the summit of Jayawijaya. In the meantime, Dieng experiences snowfall because the air molecules in the Highlands cool down more quickly than those in the Lowlands, particularly when the sky is clear or without clouds. The air's water vapor condenses at night in clear conditions. Water vapor turns into dew, which adheres to grass, leaves, and soil as a result of this condensation, or change of condition. The dew that condenses on the ground transforms into ice or snow when the temperature falls below the freezing point. From sunrise till early morning, this ice dew will be visible.

    Snow is a natural phenomenon that generally occurs in countries with sub-tropical climates but can also happen in tropical countries. Snowfall generally falls in parts of the world that have sub-tropical climates, those that experience winter, or countries with four seasons. However, apparently there is a unique phenomenon where snowfall appears in tropical countries, namely Indonesia, Vietnam, Egypt, and Hawaii. The phenomenon of snowfall in Indonesia is a unique phenomenon. Because Indonesia is a tropical country, it only has two seasons: the dry season and the rainy season. The phenomenon of snowfall occurs at the tops of the Jayawijaya and Mount Dieng mountains. Snowfall mainly affects transportation in tropical countries, but it can stop some public transportation, such as trains, from operating. This snowfall can isolate a location by obstructing the path that covers the road. In addition, snowfall can also freeze wires on the road and cause electrical damage. In extreme snowfall, snow piles can also cause damage to some common property on roads and other structures. On the other hand, snow not only causes some harm, it also benefits farmers who grow crops that are suitable for high temperatures, such as apples, strawberries, and others. But on the other hand, too high a snow temperature will also have a bad impact on this plant.

Final Draft 

Outline:

General Statement 

• "Snow" definition 
• Advantage and disadvantage of Snowfall in Tropical Countries 

Explanation 

• The phenomenon of snowfall in tropical countries 
• Causes of snowfall in tropical countries 

Conclusion 

• The impact of snowfall in tropical countries

Snowfall in Tropical Countries

    Snow is a natural phenomenon that generally occurs in countries with sub-tropical climates. It feels like everyone is very happy if there is snow. We make various shapes of ice grains and have fun in the cold with family and loved ones. But did you know that snow can also fall in a country with a tropical climate like Indonesia? Even this has been scientifically proven. How did the snow come about?

    Snow is the smallest of water droplets, descending from the sky through the clouds. During the process, the water pattern turns into a denser one. This is because rain cools the water grains in the air that contain the steam point. The more those vapor points combine in the Earth's atmosphere layers, the more it freezes. This happens when the vapor points reach the highest temperatures. The appearance of snow clusters is also caused by a small gathering of impurities in the air, which is formed from a small hill during the formation of snow. Snow typically contains 200 ice particles that combine to form one. Then, where can we see the phenomenon of snow in tropical countries? What is the process that causes so much snow to fall that it violates natural laws? Before we go on to the causes of snowfall in tropical countries, let's look at the advantages and disadvantages of snowfall for human life.

    

Some of the benefits or advantages that can arise from snowfall include the following: 

1. Help plants One of the benefits of snow is that it can protect plants. Snow can protect plants from frost that often attacks plants and soil. 
2. As a play area Another advantage of the inevitable snow is that it provides a play area. Usually, children will really like snow because they will get to play new games in it. Snowfall will result in a large pile of piled-up snow. The ground is covered with a soft cushion like a mattress, so it is safe to roll around; besides being exposed to snow, it won't get wet like ice. 
3. Seasonal attractions when it snows, many new tourist attractions will be opened. This tourist spot can be a public place or an ordinary place and is not used for anything. But when it snows, this place suddenly becomes a busy tourist spot.

Some of the negative impacts or consequences of snowfall include the following: 

1. Blocking the journey. One of the negative impacts of snowfall is that it can hinder people's travel. This happens when the snow falls very much and creates a snow mound that covers the road. 
2. Causing landslides. Snow mounds will sometimes cause avalanches. This avalanche will occur when a lot of snow is mounded. When there is a lot of snow that is no longer strong enough to accommodate it, this will cause an avalanche. 
3. Isolate a place. Snow that is too thick will also cause obstacles when accessing a place. This makes a place isolated and difficult to reach for many people.

   Snowfall generally falls in parts of the world that have sub-tropical climates, those that experience winter, or countries with four seasons. However, apparently there is a unique phenomenon where snowfall appears in tropical countries. Snow that falls in tropical countries is often considered a unique and rare natural phenomenon. Storms that bring cold temperatures to extreme levels are generally one of the causes of this unique natural phenomenon.

1. Hawaii is one of two states in the United States that are separated from the mainland. The country that is considered always warm and full of sun is mentioned by weather experts as one where it is not unusual for snow to fall in tropical Hawaii. Meteorologist Matt Foster told the Los Angeles Times that Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa sometimes get five to six times a year of heavy snow, with a maximum thickness of 2-3 feet and only a few short days. There are even times in winter when the two peaks get little or no snow, like in 2015. (Matt, 2015)
2. Egypt is a country that is mostly located in northeastern Africa. This country, known for its typical pyramids, sphinxes, and deserts, appears to have seen snowfall. According to some conjectures, the truth may not be certain, but snow did fall in Egypt 112 years ago. At the end of 2013, the snow again hit Egypt, precisely in Cairo, which is the capital of the country. The snow that fell in northern Egypt covered beaches, parks, streets, and the roofs of people's houses. This snow occurred as a result of a blizzard that occurred in Jerusalem, Israel. (Kartika, Eka. 2017)
3. Indonesia, is known as a tropical country, which consists of only two seasons, namely the rainy and dry seasons. So, it's actually not uncommon for it to snow in this country. However, one of its areas has a unique natural phenomenon, namely: snowfall in the province of Papua. Puncak Jaya Wijaya, or Carstensz Pyramid, is the highest peak that is part of the Sudirman Range Mountains in Papua Province, Indonesia. The highest peak in Papua is covered by snow glaciers, the only tropical glaciers in Asia. Jaya Wijaya, with an altitude of 4,884 masl (meters above sea level), has eternal snow at its peak. However, Dwikorita Karnawati, the Head of BMKG, stated during a Hearing Meeting (RDP) with Commission V of the DPR RI at the Senayan Parliament Building in Jakarta on Monday, March 21, 2022, that "if warming and rising temperatures continue and climate change is not mitigated, it is predicted that the ice will be extinct and no longer exists at the peak of Jayawijaya by 2025." (Wikipedia, 2022)

    The occurrence of snowfall in Indonesia is rare. due to the fact that Indonesia is a tropical nation with just two seasons, the dry season and the rainy season. Snow is typically seen in areas that experience the four distinct seasons of winter, autumn, summer, and spring. In Indonesia, the peaks of the Jayawijaya and Mount Dieng mountains experience the phenomenon of snowfall. This is due to the Jayawijaya Mountains' 4,884-m peak's relative height. The mountain peak's elevation results in extremely low temperatures there. Every 100 meters in height will result in a 1-degree drop in air temperature. Jayawijaya's elevation of 4,844 feet means that it will be 49 degrees Celsius colder than the surrounding area at sea level. (Kompas.com, 2022). The Carstensz Glacier, the only tropical glacier in Indonesia that is still present and is gradually beginning to thin away owing to global warming, is located near the summit of Jayawijaya. (Tempo.co, 2020). In the meantime, Dieng experiences snowfall because the air molecules in the Highlands cool down more quickly than those in the Lowlands, particularly when the sky is clear or without clouds. The air's water vapor condenses at night in clear conditions. (merdeka.com, 2020) Water vapor turns into dew, which adheres to grass, leaves, and soil as a result of this condensation, or change of condition. The dew that condenses on the ground transforms into ice or snow when the temperature falls below the freezing point. From sunrise till early morning, this ice dew will be visible.

    Snow is a natural phenomenon that generally occurs in countries with sub-tropical climates but can also happen in tropical countries. Snowfall generally falls in parts of the world that have sub-tropical climates, those that experience winter, or countries with four seasons. However, apparently there is a unique phenomenon where snowfall appears in tropical countries, namely Indonesia, Vietnam, Egypt, and Hawaii. The phenomenon of snowfall in Indonesia is a unique phenomenon. Because Indonesia is a tropical country, it only has two seasons: the dry season and the rainy season. The phenomenon of snowfall occurs at the tops of the Jayawijaya and Mount Dieng mountains. Snowfall mainly affects transportation in tropical countries, but it can stop some public transportation, such as trains, from operating. This snowfall can isolate a location by obstructing the path that covers the road. In addition, snowfall can also freeze wires on the road and cause electrical damage. In extreme snowfall, snow piles can also cause damage to some common property on roads and other structures. On the other hand, snow not only causes some harm, it also benefits farmers who grow crops that are suitable for high temperatures, such as apples, strawberries, and others. But on the other hand, too high a snow temperature will also have a bad impact on this plant.

References: 

BBC News. (2016). "Hawaii snowfall: Parts of state receive weather warning"

Kartika, Eka. (2017). Bobo.id:  "Mesir, Gurun Pasir yang Pernah Bersalju"

Kompas.com. 2022. "Mengapa Ada Salju Abadi di Puncak Jayawijaya?" Accessed on Tuesday,  October 4, 2022.  

Merdeka.com (2020). "5 Fakta Fenomena "Salju" di Dieng, Muncul di Musim Kemarau". Accessed on Tuesday, October 4, 2022.

Tempo.co. (2020). "Ini Alasan Puncak Jaya Bersalju dan Terancam Perubahan Iklim" Accessed on Tuesday, October 4, 2022. 

Wikipedia. (2022). "Puncak Jaya".