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Record 1 2008-03-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • Atmospheric Physics
DEF

A hot, dry west or southwest wind of foehn type in the lee of the Sri Lanka (Ceylon) hills during the southwest monsoon in June and July.

OBS

It is well developed at Batticaloa on the east coast, where it is strong enough to overcome the sea breeze and bring maximum temperatures of nearly 100°F (38°C).

OBS

foehn: A warm, dry, strong wind that flows down into valleys when stable, high-pressure air is forced across and then down the lee slopes of a mountain range.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Physique de l'atmosphère
DEF

Vent d'ouest ou du sud-ouest, chaud et sec, de type foehn, à l'abri des collines du Ceylan durant la mousson du sud-ouest en juin et juillet.

OBS

foehn : Vent échauffé et asséché par un mouvement descendant, en général en aval (à l'arrière) d'une montagne.

Spanish

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