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Which winds are most common in the Gobi Desert during autumn and winter?

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Physical map of the Gobi Desert region spanning southern Mongolia and northern China, showing major mountain ranges, sand areas, salt lakes, and spot elevations in meters. The map uses color shading to indicate elevation and includes a small locator map highlighting the Gobi Desert's position in Asia.
Gobi

In the Gobi Desert, northerly and northwesterly winds are the most common during the autumn and winter seasons. These frigid winds, which often originate from Siberia, are a primary factor in the desert's severe winter climate, frequently bringing snow and frost to the region.12