Alternate Definitions for foehn wall

include archived terms
Term: foehn wall
Definition:

The leeward edge of the orographic stratiform cap cloud as seen from the lee side of a mountain barrier, preceding or during a foehn or chinook event. The edge is generally abrupt and resembles a wall of cloud (?foehnwand? in German). This cloud often signifies the occurrence of orographic precipitation, especially snowfall in the cold season, over the peaks. See foehn cloud.

Created 2023.04.16
Last Modified 2023.04.16
Contributed by Ryan McGranaghan
Permalink:
https://n2t.net/ark:/99152/h17991