Wind Speed in Wave Prediction Formulas

Wind Speed is a fundamental atmospheric quantity caused by air moving from high to low pressure, usually due to changes in temperature. And is denoted by U. Wind Speed is usually measured using the Meter per Second for Speed. Note that the value of Wind Speed is always positive.

Wave Prediction formulas that make use of Wind Speed

fxSignificant Wave Height from Bretschneider Empirical RelationshipsGo

fxSignificant Wave Period from Bretschneider Empirical RelationshipsGo

FAQ

What is the Wind Speed?

Wind Speed is a fundamental atmospheric quantity caused by air moving from high to low pressure, usually due to changes in temperature. Wind Speed is usually measured using the Meter per Second for Speed. Note that the value of Wind Speed is always positive.

Can the Wind Speed be negative?

No, the Wind Speed, measured in Speed cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Wind Speed?

Wind Speed is usually measured using the Meter per Second[m/s] for Speed. Meter per Minute[m/s], Meter per Hour[m/s], Kilometer per Hour[m/s] are the few other units in which Wind Speed can be measured.

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