Tsushima Current
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-009826
A warm ocean current that branches off the Kuroshio Current and flows northeastward through the Korea Strait into the Sea of Japan. This current significantly influences the climate of the coastal regions of Japan and Korea, bringing warmer waters and contributing to milder winters. Its flow rate and temperature vary seasonally, impacting regional marine ecosystems.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-009826 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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