Snow banner
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-008968
A plume of snow blown off a mountain ridge or peak by strong winds, often appearing as a flag-like formation extending downwind. This phenomenon occurs when loose snow is lifted and carried by high winds, making the ridge line visible from a distance. Snow banners are indicators of strong winds at high elevations and can contribute to snow redistribution.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-008968 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| Synonyms | snow smoke; snow plume |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "A plume of snow blown off a mountain ridge or peak by strong winds, often appearing as a flag-like formation extending downwind. This phenomenon occurs when loose snow is lifted and carried by high winds, making the ridge line visible from a distance. Snow banners are indicators of strong winds at high elevations and can contribute to snow redistribution.",
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"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/snow-banner/"
}
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