The monsoon is simply a seasonal shift in winds which TYPICALLY results in higher dewpoints/moisture. There are phases during the monsoon in which drier air can be pulled into the circulation as well. You may like the clear dry air but the monsoon period is essential to recharging the water needs of...

well, look at it this way. Heat lightning DOES refer to an actual phenomenon but its essentially just lightning. It is a name given to lightning that occurs with far off storms on the horizon, typically observed on summer evenings (hence heat). Thunder is not heard given the vast distance and the st...