squall

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-002604",
  "term": "squall",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A strong wind characterized by a sudden onset in which the wind speed increases at least\n16 knots and is sustained at 22 knots or more for at least one minute. 2. In nautical use, a severe local storm considered as a whole, that is, winds and cloud mass and (if any) precipitation, thunder and lightning.",
  "see_also": [
    "line squall",
    "white squall",
    "williwaw",
    "Squall line",
    "Arched squall",
    "black squall",
    "sumatra",
    "Abrolhos squalls"
  ],
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/squall/"
}