Meteorology

Zone de Basse Pression

A meteorological region where atmospheric pressure is lower than surrounding areas, often associated with unsettled weather, strong winds, and possible cyclonic activity affecting maritime operations.

Quick answer: A meteorological region where atmospheric pressure is lower than surrounding areas, often associated with unsettled weather, strong winds, and possible cyclonic activity affecting maritime operations.

This term page is part of the Protermify Maritime glossary and is published as static HTML for fast indexing and clear language coverage.

Languages

Quick answer

A meteorological region where atmospheric pressure is lower than surrounding areas, often associated with unsettled weather, strong winds, and possible cyclonic activity affecting maritime operations.

Why it matters

Zone de Basse Pression matters because it supports clear communication in Meteorology contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

Editorial context

This page is rendered as static HTML from source-backed terminology data so search engines and AI systems can parse the content without client-side code.

Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Zone de Basse Pression?

In this glossary, Zone de Basse Pression refers to: A meteorological region where atmospheric pressure is lower than surrounding areas, often associated with unsettled weather, strong winds, and possible cyclonic activity affecting maritime operations.

How is Zone de Basse Pression used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Bulletin météo : Une zone de basse pression arrivant de l'ouest pourrait augmenter le vent et la hauteur des vagues sur votre route."

Why does Zone de Basse Pression matter in maritime?

Zone de Basse Pression matters because it supports clear communication in Meteorology contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

Who uses Zone de Basse Pression?

Zone de Basse Pression is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Zone de Basse Pression belong to?

In this glossary, Zone de Basse Pression is grouped under Meteorology. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG and published by Protermify Maritime as a static maritime reference page.

Definition

A meteorological region where atmospheric pressure is lower than surrounding areas, often associated with unsettled weather, strong winds, and possible cyclonic activity affecting maritime operations.

Operational example

Weather report: A low pressure area approaching from the west may increase wind and wave height along your route.

Localized term

Zone de Basse Pression

Localized example

Bulletin météo : Une zone de basse pression arrivant de l'ouest pourrait augmenter le vent et la hauteur des vagues sur votre route.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

Category

Meteorology

Exam relevance

  • STCW
  • Marlins Test
  • ISF Watchkeeper
  • GMDSS

Target audience

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

Related terms

Use the related links below to continue through connected maritime terminology.

Back to glossary

Termify Get Termify on the App Store OPEN
AI Free AI Search Source-backed aviation answers