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What is wind map? What information does a wind map provide?


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Wind:

The wind is the movement of air or any other gases. The air always moves from the higher pressure region towards the lower pressure region.

Wind map:

A wind map is a type of digital map that shows wind speed. A wind map represents the variable wind speed and direction at some specific height over any specific region for a particular period.

Information provided by a wind map:
It provides information on the variation or trend of wind energy at different locations. It provides information about wind speed levels and directions. The wind's origin can help in determining the direction of the wind. It provides information about wind strength at various locations or sites, which can be useful for the setup of wind farms.


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