anticyclonic flow

Anticyclonic flow refers to a pattern of air circulation around a high-pressure system in the atmosphere. In the Northern Hemisphere, air moves clockwise around these high-pressure areas, descending and spreading out near the surface. This creates stable, usually fair weather. Conversely, in the Southern Hemisphere, the flow is counterclockwise. Anticyclonic conditions often bring clear skies and dry weather, as the descending air inhibits cloud formation. Overall, anticyclonic flow represents areas of high atmospheric pressure with outward-moving air, influencing weather patterns by generally promoting stable and calm conditions.