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Q: What factors contribute to the formation of Kelvin waves in the atmosphere?

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Last update 2024.09.09

Arab Weather - Kelvin waves in the atmosphere are a type of atmospheric waves that occur as a result of certain disturbances, and are part of the atmospheric dynamics associated with tropical waves. Kelvin waves in the atmosphere are formed due to several main factors:

Coriolis force/temperature contrast/high humidity/trade winds/convection

What factors contribute to the formation of Kelvin waves in the atmosphere?