Wave-breaking characteristics of midlatitude blocking

In this article, Northern Hemisphere winter midlatitude blocking is analysed through its wave-breaking characteristics. Rossby wave breaking is identified as a key process in blocking occurrence, as it provides the mechanism for the meridional reversal pattern typical of blocking. Two indices are de...

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Main Authors: Masato, G, Hoskins, B, Woollings, T
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2012