The severe weather in the Alps has been studied since the 18th century; particularly the weather patterns such as the seasonal foehn wind. Numerous weather stations were placed in the mountains early in the early 20th century, providing continuous data for climatologists. Some of the valleys are quite arid such as the Aosta valley in Italy, the Maurienne in France, the Valais in Switzerland, and northern Tyrol. COUNT 5
QSN1 Since when has the severe weather in the Alps been studied?  ANS1 the 18th century QSN2 Particularly what part of the weather has been studied? ANS2 the weather patterns QSN3 What was placed in the mountains early in the 20th century? ANS3 Numerous weather stations QSN4 Where is the Aosta valley located? ANS4 Italy QSN5 Where is the Valais located? ANS5 Switzerland