V Notch
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-002950
A radar reflectivity signature seen as a V-shaped notch in the downwind part of a thunderstorm echo. The V-notch often is seen on supercells, and is thought to be a sign of diverging flow around the main storm updraft (and hence a very strong updraft). This term should not be confused with inflow notch or with enhanced V, although the latter is believed to form by a similar process.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-002950 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| References | NWS Glossary |
Record as JSON
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"term": "V Notch",
"field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
"definition": "A radar reflectivity signature seen as a V-shaped notch in the downwind part of a thunderstorm echo. The V-notch often is seen on supercells, and is thought to be a sign of diverging flow around the main storm updraft (and hence a very strong updraft). This term should not be confused with inflow notch or with enhanced V, although the latter is believed to form by a similar process.",
"references": [
"NWS Glossary"
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"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/v-notch/"
}
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