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Subtropical high

Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-009362

A large, semi-permanent anticyclone (high-pressure system) centered over the oceans in the subtropics, typically around 30 degrees latitude. These highs are characterized by descending air, clear skies, and light winds, leading to arid conditions over adjacent landmasses. The Bermuda High and Pacific High are prominent examples.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-MET-009362
FieldMeteorology and atmospheric science
Synonymssubtropical anticyclone; oceanic anticyclone; oceanic high
See alsoAzores high; Bermuda high; Pacific high
Record as JSON
{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-009362",
  "term": "Subtropical high",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A large, semi-permanent anticyclone (high-pressure system) centered over the oceans in the subtropics, typically around 30 degrees latitude. These highs are characterized by descending air, clear skies, and light winds, leading to arid conditions over adjacent landmasses. The Bermuda High and Pacific High are prominent examples.",
  "synonyms": [
    "subtropical anticyclone",
    "oceanic anticyclone",
    "oceanic high"
  ],
  "see_also": [
    "Azores high",
    "Bermuda high",
    "Pacific high"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/subtropical-high/"
}

Record 9,302 of 10,816 in Meteorology and atmospheric science terminology (MLC-0110). Request the full dataset.