Wind directions
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Previously I was able to see wind direction and color related speeds at different altitudes. How do I do this?
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What do you use? Website on desktop / laptop or mobile app on phone / tablet ?
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@idefix37
Sorry for the delay. I’m using iPhone
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@Lkregel
Just set the level with the Altitude slider.
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@idefix37 thanks. I’m able to navigate the altitude, but I don’t have the direction lines as on the left side of your picture
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@Lkregel
You have to turn on Particles animation, just below the Altitude slider.
It has always been like that in Windy, both in the mobile or on the website. -
@idefix37 bingo. Thanks for the help
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Wind direction refers to the direction from which the wind is blowing. It's usually reported in cardinal directions (north, south, east, west) or their intermediate points (northeast, southeast, southwest, northwest). Wind direction is an essential aspect of weather reporting and navigation, as it helps determine how air masses move across a region.
Here are some common wind directions and their associated compass points:
- North (N): Wind coming from the north, blowing toward the south.
- South (S): Wind coming from the south, blowing toward the north.
- East (E): Wind coming from the east, blowing toward the west.
- West (W): Wind coming from the west, blowing toward the east.
- Northeast (NE): Wind coming from the northeast, blowing toward the southwest.
- Southeast (SE): Wind coming from the southeast, blowing toward the northwest.
- Northwest (NW): Wind coming from the northwest, blowing toward the southeast.
- Southwest (SW): Wind coming from the southwest, blowing toward the northeast.
Wind direction is typically indicated by an arrow or line on weather maps, and it's often provided along with wind speed to give a more complete picture of the wind conditions.
Understanding wind direction is crucial in various fields, including meteorology, aviation, navigation, and outdoor activities. For example, pilots need to consider wind direction for takeoff and landing, sailors use it to plan routes, and meteorologists use it to predict weather patterns.
