An anticyclone is a weather system characterized by high atmospheric pressure at its center. In this system, air descends and spreads outward, leading to clear skies and calm weather. Anticyclones often bring dry conditions and can influence temperature variations, making them important in weather forecasting. These systems typically move slowly and can last for several days or even weeks. They are the opposite of cyclones, which are associated with low pressure and stormy weather. Understanding anticyclones helps meteorologists predict weather patterns and their potential impacts on regions, including temperature and precipitation levels.