Fog horizon
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-005690
The apparent line where the fog layer meets the sky, resembling a true horizon but formed by the upper boundary of a fog bank. This visual phenomenon occurs when an observer is situated within or above a widespread fog layer. The height of the fog horizon depends on the observer's elevation and the vertical extent of the fog.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-005690 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| See also | Dust horizon; Haze horizon; Smoke horizon |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "The apparent line where the fog layer meets the sky, resembling a true horizon but formed by the upper boundary of a fog bank. This visual phenomenon occurs when an observer is situated within or above a widespread fog layer. The height of the fog horizon depends on the observer's elevation and the vertical extent of the fog.",
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"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/fog-horizon/"
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