Meteorological Observations of the Vento Norte Phenomenon in the Central Region of Rio Grande do Sul
Abstract During the cold season, episodes of a windstorm known as Vento Norte (VNOR) are frequently observed in the city of Santa Maria, situated in the central region of Rio Grande do Sul (RS). The onset of this windstorm is characterized by strong gusts with northerly component which are accompani...
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Published in: | Revista Brasileira de Meteorologia Vol. 36; no. 3; pp. 367 - 376 |
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Main Authors: | , , , , , |
Format: | Journal Article |
Language: | English Portuguese |
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Rio de Janeiro
Sociedade Brasileira de Meteorologia
01-09-2021
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Summary: | Abstract During the cold season, episodes of a windstorm known as Vento Norte (VNOR) are frequently observed in the city of Santa Maria, situated in the central region of Rio Grande do Sul (RS). The onset of this windstorm is characterized by strong gusts with northerly component which are accompanied by a sharp increase in temperature and abrupt drying. A methodology based on the observed behavior of the standard deviation of temperature during VNOR was successful in identifying the onset and demise of the windstorm. Additionally, the research shows the results of different micrometeorological variables during the event. Early morning and evening atmospheric profiles exhibit an elevated mixed layer over central RS in association with the strong VNOR winds, indicating the presence of mechanically-forced mixing during nighttime hours.
Resumo Durante a estação fria, episódios de uma ventania conhecida como Vento Norte (VNOR) são frequentes na região central do Rio Grande do Sul (RS). O fenômeno é caracterizado por intensas rajadas de vento de direção norte, acompanhadas de um aumento abrupto de temperatura e acentuado secamento. O estudo aponta que uma metodologia, baseada nas observações do desvio padrão de temperatura, permite identificar o início e término do fenômeno. Adicionalmente, o estudo mostra resultados de diferentes variáveis micrometeorológicas durante a ocorrência do evento. Perfis atmosféricos de início da manhã e de início da noite exibem uma camada mistura elevada sobre o centro do RS em associação com os fortes ventos do VNOR, indicando a presença de mistura turbulenta forçada mecanicamente durante o período noturno. |
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ISSN: | 0102-7786 1982-4351 |
DOI: | 10.1590/0102-77863630141 |