Coriolis Frequency in Meteorology and Wave Climate Formulas

Coriolis Frequency also called the Coriolis parameter or Coriolis coefficient, is equal to twice the rotation rate Ω of the Earth multiplied by the sine of the latitude φ. And is denoted by f.

Meteorology and Wave Climate formulas that make use of Coriolis Frequency

fxGeostrophic Wind SpeedGo

fxGradient of Atmospheric Pressure Orthogonal to IsobarsGo

fxGradient of Atmospheric Pressure Orthogonal to Isobars given Gradient Wind SpeedGo

fxHeight of Boundary layer in Non-Equatorial RegionsGo

fxFriction Velocity given Height of Boundary Layer in Non-Equatorial RegionsGo

FAQ

What is the Coriolis Frequency?

Coriolis Frequency also called the Coriolis parameter or Coriolis coefficient, is equal to twice the rotation rate Ω of the Earth multiplied by the sine of the latitude φ.

Can the Coriolis Frequency be negative?

{YesorNo}, the Coriolis Frequency, measured in {OutputVariableMeasurementName} {CanorCannot} be negative.

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