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Roaring forties

Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-008592

A geographical zone in the Southern Hemisphere, located between 40 and 50 degrees south latitude, characterized by strong westerly winds. These persistent winds are largely unobstructed by landmasses, allowing them to reach high speeds. The region is known for its turbulent seas and challenging conditions for maritime navigation.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-MET-008592
FieldMeteorology and atmospheric science
Record as JSON 
{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-008592",
  "term": "Roaring forties",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A geographical zone in the Southern Hemisphere, located between 40 and 50 degrees south latitude, characterized by strong westerly winds. These persistent winds are largely unobstructed by landmasses, allowing them to reach high speeds. The region is known for its turbulent seas and challenging conditions for maritime navigation.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/roaring-forties/"
}

Record 8,135 of 10,816 in Meteorology and atmospheric science terminology (MLC-0110). Request the full dataset.