What is continental tropical?

Continental tropical is a classification of air masses in meteorology that refers to a warm, dry air mass that forms over a large land area such as a desert region in the tropics. These air masses are known to be hot and dry, with temperatures often exceeding 100°F (38°C) during the day and dropping significantly at night.

They usually form in lower latitudes, where the sun's rays are more direct and have a longer path to travel through the atmosphere, which heats the land surface.

As they move, the air masses can cause weather patterns such as droughts and heatwaves, and they can also influence the severity of thunderstorms. When they meet with other air masses, like the cooler air mass from the ocean, the collision can lead to unstable weather conditions like thunderstorms or even tornadoes.

In general, continental tropical air masses are associated with clear, cloudless skies and sunny weather, making them a popular destination for tourists seeking warm, tropical climates.