Weather and behaviour: Wave behavior

Article Abstract:

The difference between the height of a wave and its wavelength should be understood well in order to determine how they affect the boat. Some of the wave related parameters such as the wavelength, wave period, phase speed, wave speed and many others are listed along with the interrelation between them.

Waves

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Rain clouds and wind

Article Abstract:

Sailors should know their patterns of rain clouds before maneuvering accordingly. The sailor should determine where the surface winds may be strongest and where there could be complete calm when a rain cloud is lying ahead.

Management dynamics, Management, Seamanship, Company business management, Rainstorms

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Weather and Sea: Crossed winds

Article Abstract:

A sailing teacher advises on tracking the bearing of the surface wind over time which can help to follow the movement of the low-pressure system relative to a sailor's own location.

Low pressure systems (Meteorology)

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