jet stream

NOUN

upper-atmospheric wind

Synonyms

WEAK

air stream geostrophic wind gradient wind high-altitude wind high-speed wind stream prevailing wind upper-atmosphere wind

Example Sentences

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The behaviour of the jet stream influences where high and low pressure systems form.

From BBC

Its cooling influences weather patterns across Europe by altering rainfall and affecting the jet stream, a high-altitude air current that helps guide storm systems and regulate temperatures throughout North America and Europe.

From Science Daily

The jet stream moves south, pointing a potential fire hose of moisture straight at California, especially in the southern section of the state.

From Los Angeles Times

After being on the warmer side of the jet stream, the UK will be on the colder side of it.

From BBC

In a traditional cold front that is pushed by the jet stream, forecasters can usually narrow the period of peak expected rainfall to between six and nine hours.

From Los Angeles Times