More Local Winds Etc Flashcards
1
Q
Harmattan
A
NE trade winds over West Africa.
Sand. Poor visibility.
Reduced vis, up to 3000ft.
December to February.
2
Q
Local winds S America
A
PAMPERO
A burst of cold air.
Takes the form of a squall line. (A line of thunderstorms).
3
Q
Jet streams occur when air speed
A
Exceeds 60kts
4
Q
A low level jet stream can occur
A
Ahead of an advancing cold air mass or above a low level jet stream
5
Q
Polar front jet stream moves
A
North in June July
South in December, January