Geostrophic winds or currents (Q618)
Subject, term, tag: Geostrophic winds or currents
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | Geostrophic winds or currents |
Subject, term, tag: Geostrophic winds or currents |
Statements
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026
A wind or current that is in balance with the horizontal pressure gradient and the Coriolis force, and thus is outside of the influence of friction. Thus, the wind or current is directly parallel to isobars and its speed is proportional to the horizontal pressure gradient. (English)
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026