Zephyr
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-010318
A light and gentle breeze, typically from the west, associated with mild and pleasant weather. The name originates from Zephyrus, the Greek god of the west wind, who was considered the bringer of spring and early summer breezes. On the Beaufort wind scale, a zephyr corresponds to a "light air" or "light breeze," with speeds ranging from 1 to 7 miles per hour (1 to 11 km/h), representing forces 1 and 2.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-010318 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| See also | Zephyros |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "A light and gentle breeze, typically from the west, associated with mild and pleasant weather. The name originates from Zephyrus, the Greek god of the west wind, who was considered the bringer of spring and early summer breezes. On the Beaufort wind scale, a zephyr corresponds to a \"light air\" or \"light breeze,\" with speeds ranging from 1 to 7 miles per hour (1 to 11 km/h), representing forces 1 and 2.",
"see_also": [
"Zephyros"
],
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/zephyr/"
}
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