Getting Started - Weather Basics
Weather refers to the short-term physical conditions of the atmosphere with regards to different factors such as Wind. It is the condition of the atmosphere at a particular time and place.
Weather is an observable fact that we cannot control. It changes constantly and affects our everyday life. In Sailing, Weather plays a big role. It is mentioned earlier that Wind makes sailing possible since it is the driving force of Sailboats. Wind is not the only one that affects Sailing as far as the topic of Weather is talked about. Other factors include pressure, temperature, precipitation, cloud cover, etc.
Know more about Weather and understand how it affects sailing:
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Effects of Wind Conditions in Sailing
Wind is the driving force of Sailboats which makes sailing possible. There are changes in Wind conditions and learning how to recognize the Wind direction and speed is very important because it will inform you whether it is safe afloat or not.
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Beaufort Scale
This is used to estimate Wind strengths and to inform sailors on what to expect when they set sail. You can use the Beaufort Scale to give you an idea on the situation that you may face when you set sail with a specific wind strength.
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How Fog Affects Sailing
Fog is cloud which is formed at the Earth's surface and can dramatically reduce visibility. Extra measures should be taken in order to equip the sailboat when sailing in hazy conditions. This section will let you know the types of Fog and how it affects Sailing.
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Weather covers a wide range of topics, but as a Sailing enthusiast, a basic understanding on what Weather is and its effects in Sailing will suffice. You will learn more about the different aspects of Weather and its relation to the sport as you gain experience.
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