downslope wind storm

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Term: downslope wind storm
Definition:

A very strong, usually gusty, and occasionally, violent wind that blows down the lee slope of a mountain range, often reaching its peak strength near the foot of the mountains and weakening rapidly father away from the mountains.

Created 2023.04.16
Last Modified 2023.04.16
Contributed by Ryan McGranaghan
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