Synoptic Weather Maps (Grade 10 NSC Matric Geography): Quizzes
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At what time are synoptic weather conditions recorded in South Africa?
At what time are synoptic weather conditions recorded in South Africa?
14:00 SAST
Approximately how many weather stations are located around South Africa and nearby islands?
Approximately how many weather stations are located around South Africa and nearby islands?
150
Where is air temperature displayed on a weather station model?
Where is air temperature displayed on a weather station model?
Top number on the left side
If air temp is 20°C and dew point is 18°C, what is the relative humidity level?
If air temp is 20°C and dew point is 18°C, what is the relative humidity level?
High
What does wind direction on a weather station model indicate?
What does wind direction on a weather station model indicate?
Where the wind is blowing FROM
How many knots does one long feather represent on a weather station model?
How many knots does one long feather represent on a weather station model?
10 knots
In what unit is cloud cover measured on synoptic weather maps?
In what unit is cloud cover measured on synoptic weather maps?
Eighths
What pressure interval do solid isobar lines represent on synoptic maps?
What pressure interval do solid isobar lines represent on synoptic maps?
4 hPa intervals
How many kilometres per hour equals one knot?
How many kilometres per hour equals one knot?
1.852 km/hr
What does a completely shaded circle on a weather station model indicate?
What does a completely shaded circle on a weather station model indicate?
Overcast conditions with no blue sky