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Moazagotl wind

Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-007344

A local wind phenomenon characterized by strong, often gusty, downslope winds that occur on the lee side of mountain ranges, particularly associated with the Moazagotl cloud formation. These winds are a result of mountain waves and can bring sudden changes in temperature and pressure. They are known for their potential to cause damage.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-MET-007344
FieldMeteorology and atmospheric science
Record as JSON
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  "id": "MLC-T-MET-007344",
  "term": "Moazagotl wind",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A local wind phenomenon characterized by strong, often gusty, downslope winds that occur on the lee side of mountain ranges, particularly associated with the Moazagotl cloud formation. These winds are a result of mountain waves and can bring sudden changes in temperature and pressure. They are known for their potential to cause damage.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/moazagotl-wind/"
}

Record 6,183 of 10,816 in Meteorology and atmospheric science terminology (MLC-0110). Request the full dataset.