Inter-tropical Convergence Zone (Q724)
Subject, term, tag: Inter-tropical Convergence Zone
- Inter-tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ)
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
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| English | Inter-tropical Convergence Zone |
Subject, term, tag: Inter-tropical Convergence Zone |
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IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026
The Inter-tropical Convergence Zone is an equatorial zonal belt of low pressure, strong convection and heavy precipitation near the equator where the north-east trade winds meet the south-east trade winds. This band moves seasonally. (English)
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026