Cassini-Huygens mission data (2004-2017) continues to give crucial information about Titan's atmosphere and climate
Titan features a methane cycle that is analogous to the water cycle on Earth, including methane clouds, rain, and lakes.
Researchers noticed an unprecedented reversal in atmospheric circulation, with winds changing direction at various elevations.
By accounting for the moon's axial tilt and orbital eccentricity, new climate models help explain Titan's unusual winds.
The simulations suggest that the interaction of seasonal and orbital elements may influence Titan's distinctive atmospheric dynamics.
Continued Cassini-Huygens data analysis and increased climate modeling will aid scientists in better understanding Titan's unique atmosphere.