Also, the topmost branches of the tallest trees often interlace, forming a canopy against the hot sun and a barrier to the dry wind.

The snow partly melts and partly evaporates in the dry wind.

This week, a particularly strong high-pressure system has generated strong, hot, dry winds.

Cover the cloche ends with mesh to allow drying winds to flow through, give access to pollinating insects and protect from birds.

As the dry winds swept the wide open plains, billions of tonnes of top soil were lifted up into the air, creating vast dust clouds.