Knowledge Central
The Kelvin Wave. Why Your Weather Changes
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Some of the most powerful waves on Earth are almost invisible. Kelvin waves are giant, slow-moving waves that travel thousands of miles across the ocean, raising the sea surface by only a few inches while shifting warm water deep below. In this episode of Knowledge Central, we explore how Kelvin waves work, why the equator traps them, and how they help set off El Niño, which can change weather…