Hydroclimate of the Andes Part II: Hydroclimate Variability and Sub-Continental Patterns

摘要: This paper provides an updated review of the most relevant scientific literature related to hydroclimate Andes. The Andes, longest cordillera in world, faces major challenges regarding climate variability and change, which impose several threats sustainable development, including water supply sustainability ecosystem services. focuses on Andes at a sub-continental scale. annual cycle long-term balance along are addressed first, followed by examination effects orography convective frontal precipitation through study gradients tropical, subtropical extratropical In addition, is presented current different timescales. Finally, open research questions last section this article.