Between 30° north and 60° north latitude, the prevailing winds are known as the westerlies. These winds blow from the west towards the east and are a result of the rotation of the Earth and the differential heating of the Earth’s surface. The westerlies are significant in influencing weather patterns and are a key component of the mid-latitude circulation.
In contrast, the trade winds are found between the equator and 30° latitude, while the polar easterlies occur in the polar regions, typically above 60° latitude. Convection winds can occur in various areas but are not classified as prevailing winds in the same way as the westerlies, trade winds, or polar easterlies.