FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Practice Exam

What type of weather is characteristic of warm fronts?

1. Heavy thunderstorms followed by clear skies

2. Continuous rain and drizzles

3. Short bursts of sunlight

4. High winds with scattered clouds

The correct answer is: Continuous rain and drizzles

Warm fronts are typically associated with continuous rain and drizzles due to the gradual lifting of warm, moist air over cooler air. As the warm air advances and rises, it cools, leading to condensation and the formation of clouds that produce steady precipitation. Unlike cold fronts, where storms tend to be more intense and short-lived, warm fronts create extensive cloud cover and often result in lighter, more prolonged rain or drizzle. This steady precipitation is indicative of the beginning of the transition to warmer weather, as the front moves through an area, leading to more stable atmospheric conditions thereafter. The cloud types often associated with warm fronts include altostratus and nimbostratus, which contribute to the persistent light rain or drizzle often experienced in these scenarios.