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A tropical wave (also called easterly wave, tropical easterly wave, and African easterly wave), in and around the Atlantic Ocean, is a type of atmospheric trough, an elongated area of relatively low air pressure, oriented north to south, which moves from east to west across the tropics, causing areas of cloudiness and thunderstorms.
Jun 1, 2023 · A tropical wave is an area of low pressure in the atmosphere, moving westward from Africa into the Atlantic or Pacific. It is the beginning phase of tropical storm development, influenced by wind shear, warm waters and moist air. Learn more about its conditions, location and examples of tropical waves.
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Jun 15, 2023 · A tropical wave is expected to move across the eastern and central tropical Atlantic in the next week, with some model support for gradual development. If it becomes a named storm, it would be an unusual event for this time of year and likely be called Bret.
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No tropical disturbances are expected in the Atlantic for the next 7 days. This is the last outlook of the 2023 season, which ended on November 30.
Moderate to fresh trade winds are over the tropical Atlantic with seas of 6 to 8 ft. For the forecast W of 55W, the broad low pressure SE of Bermuda will move southeast to near 26N60W this afternoon, then weaken to a trough and move slowly NE and east of 55W Fri night.
2 days ago · Find the latest information on tropical cyclones and marine forecasts for the Atlantic, Eastern Pacific and Central Pacific regions. No tropical waves or storms are currently active in the Atlantic or Eastern Pacific.
Tropical waves are spin and energy in the atmosphere that spread from Africa across the Atlantic. They are often monitored for development into a tropical storm or hurricane during hurricane season. Learn how they form, how they move and how they affect the weather.