Thursday, July 24, 2008

Isotachs

- Isotach maps are used to calculate wind speeds. Lines that encompass areas, are of equal wind speed.

- This map shows Upper Level Dynamics and Mesolow Development – The Foothills mesolow also developed in an area favorable for enhanced lift, coincident with the left exit region of the 300 mb polar jet (300 mb winds, heights, and isotachs (colored) shown at 1200 UTC.

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