In which direction does the wind typically shift in the northern hemisphere?

In the northern hemisphere, wind typically moves in a counterclockwise direction around low-pressure systems and a clockwise direction around high-pressure systems. The reason for this counterclockwise movement is primarily due to the Coriolis effect, which is the result of the Earth’s rotation. As air moves towards a low-pressure area, the Earth's rotation causes the wind to deflect to the right, leading to the characteristic counterclockwise flow around these troughs.

This motion is an important aspect of meteorology and helps to understand weather patterns, storm systems, and local winds. In contrast, other directional choices do not appropriately describe the natural movement of winds in the context of standard weather systems in the northern hemisphere.