Lull
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-007058
A temporary decrease in wind speed or a brief pause in precipitation during a storm or windy period. This period of relative calm is distinct from the more sustained high winds or heavy precipitation that precede and follow it. In the context of a hurricane, the passage of the eye over a location produces a pronounced lull characterized by light winds and clearing skies.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-007058 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "A temporary decrease in wind speed or a brief pause in precipitation during a storm or windy period. This period of relative calm is distinct from the more sustained high winds or heavy precipitation that precede and follow it. In the context of a hurricane, the passage of the eye over a location produces a pronounced lull characterized by light winds and clearing skies.",
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