Continental high

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-004639",
  "term": "Continental high",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A large, slow-moving area of high atmospheric pressure that forms over a continent, particularly during winter. These systems are characterized by cold, dry, and stable air that originates in polar or arctic regions and subsides over the landmass. A continental high is a type of cold-core anticyclone, meaning its highest pressure is found at the surface and weakens with increasing altitude.",
  "synonyms": [
    "continental anticyclone"
  ],
  "see_also": [
    "glacial anticyclone"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/continental-high/"
}