easterly wave

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-000825",
  "term": "easterly wave",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A low level disturbance of tropical origins. Easterly waves can develop into tropical cyclones. However, tropical cyclone development is not required in order for these systems to produce significant amounts of rainfall. The easterly waves are primarily a summer phenomenon.",
  "see_also": [
    "equatorial wave"
  ],
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/easterly-wave/"
}