Scientists simply call these cold deserts. Unlike hot deserts, they are typically found around temperate regions at high elevations, such as on plateaus or lying among mountain ranges.

Antarctica, often thought of as a frozen wasteland, holds the title of the largest desert on Earth, though it may seem counterintuitive given its icy, snow-covered landscape.Dive into why this ...

While desert receive relatively low amounts of annual precipitations, cold deserts receive the precipitation in the form of now, whereas warm deserts receive it as rain.” ...

We've had multiple reports of cold air funnels in the Palm Desert area. These funnels differ from tornadoes in that they are weaker and are not associated with strong thunderstorms.

Situated over 4,500 meters above sea level, Ladakh's stark terrain, thin atmosphere, and extreme temperatures closely simulate the conditions of the Martian surface.

Discover 10 fascinating facts about Spiti Valley, India’s cold desert paradise in Himachal Pradesh, famous for its monasteries, fossils, high-altitude villages, and unmatched Himalayan beauty.

In a bid to meet the challenge of the rising risk of glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs) and cloudburst-induced flash floods in the cold desert region of Ladakh, a comprehensive Table Top Exercise on ...

A fast-moving cold front is expected to bring windy conditions to the High Desert and snow to the San Bernardino Mountains. The storm, beginning Saturday night into Sunday, may impact travel above ...