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Cape doctor

Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-004135

A local name for the strong, persistent southeasterly wind that blows during the summer months in the Cape Town region of South Africa. This wind is often associated with clear skies and is believed to have a cleansing effect on the air, hence its name. It is a prominent feature of the local climate, influencing weather patterns and ocean conditions.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-MET-004135
FieldMeteorology and atmospheric science
See alsoDoctor; Southeaster
Record as JSON
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  "id": "MLC-T-MET-004135",
  "term": "Cape doctor",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A local name for the strong, persistent southeasterly wind that blows during the summer months in the Cape Town region of South Africa. This wind is often associated with clear skies and is believed to have a cleansing effect on the air, hence its name. It is a prominent feature of the local climate, influencing weather patterns and ocean conditions.",
  "see_also": [
    "doctor",
    "southeaster"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/cape-doctor/"
}

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