Levante
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-006921
A moist, easterly wind that blows through the Strait of Gibraltar and across the Mediterranean Sea, particularly affecting southern Spain. This wind often brings fog and high humidity to the region, especially during the summer months. It is a localized wind system influenced by topography and regional pressure gradients.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-006921 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| See also | Leste; Lombarde; Levantera |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "A moist, easterly wind that blows through the Strait of Gibraltar and across the Mediterranean Sea, particularly affecting southern Spain. This wind often brings fog and high humidity to the region, especially during the summer months. It is a localized wind system influenced by topography and regional pressure gradients.",
"see_also": [
"leste",
"lombarde",
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],
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/levante/"
}
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