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What effect do North Atlantic Westerlies have on Western Europe?

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Westerlies blow west to east picking up warmth from this current and carry it to Europe. There aren't any (large) mountain ranges that can block the winds so they are felt far inland. They carry moisture giving their region rainfall.
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