High Pressure Ridge: The Calm Before the Next Big Shift
• High-pressure ridges bring stable, dry conditions with clear skies and light winds.
• In late fall, these ridges can create ideal conditions for outdoor activities.
• Prolonged high-pressure ridges can trap pollution, leading to poor air quality.
Descending air creates stable, dry weather conditions
A high-pressure ridge occurs when air descends and spreads outward, resulting in stable and dry conditions. It is the opposite of a storm system and often follows one, bringing clear blue skies and gentle winds.
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