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Record 1 2008-03-17

English

Subject field(s)
  • Atmospheric Physics
DEF

A westerly or southwesterly wind that predominates in northern Corsica and Italy, frequently raising high seas in violent westerly squalls.

OBS

Occurring all year round, [this wind] is most persistent in summer, while in winter it alternates with the tramontana (northeast or north wind).

OBS

On windward slopes [this wind] brings rain, with thunderstorms in summer and autumn. After crossing the mountains it is warm and dry, but may be very turbulent.

OBS

Italian name for a southwest wind.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Physique de l'atmosphère
DEF

Vent du sud-ouest modéré à fort, chaud ou doux, soufflant en Corse et sur la région niçoise.

OBS

[Ce vent] est fréquemment violent entre le cap Corse et Bastia.

Spanish

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