Midnight wind
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-007295
A local wind that develops during the late night hours, often due to differential cooling between land and water surfaces or between elevated terrain and valleys. This phenomenon is a type of katabatic wind, flowing downslope or offshore as cooler, denser air displaces warmer air. It is a common occurrence in coastal regions and mountainous areas.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-007295 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
Record as JSON
{
"id": "MLC-T-MET-007295",
"term": "Midnight wind",
"field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
"definition": "A local wind that develops during the late night hours, often due to differential cooling between land and water surfaces or between elevated terrain and valleys. This phenomenon is a type of katabatic wind, flowing downslope or offshore as cooler, denser air displaces warmer air. It is a common occurrence in coastal regions and mountainous areas.",
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/midnight-wind/"
}
Record 6,110 of 10,816 in Meteorology and atmospheric science terminology (MLC-0110). Request the full dataset.