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MCrab on April 4, 2008 - 11:30am Permalink | Subthread | Parent | Comments top

Of course, cloud cover isn't the only cause of reduced insolation in desert-like environments:

Duration of a sandstorm can vary depending upon its severity. It can continue for just a few hours or extend for a few days.

http://www.mapsofworld.com/referrals/weather/severe-weather-conditions/s...

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Big Gav on April 4, 2008 - 11:15pm Permalink | Subthread | Parent | Comments top

Good point (and very effectively made).

I was thinking of our local deserts here, which you don't see sandstorms in very often (not sandy enough) - but my one trip into the Sahara ran into one of these things and they are pretty awesome.

Does the Mojave get these things or is it more rocky than sand ?

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ccpo on April 5, 2008 - 8:44am Permalink | Subthread | Parent | Comments top

My sand filled, 6 year old eyes testify to the Mojave having sand storms. Ah, memories...

Two miles, I tell ya! TWO miles!

Cheers

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