Cape Horn Current

The Cape Horn Current is a significant ocean current flowing southward near the tip of South America, particularly around Cape Horn. It forms part of the larger Southern Ocean circulation and influences the movement of cold, nutrient-rich water from the Antarctic region northward along the coast. This current impacts local weather, marine life, and navigation, playing a vital role in the global climate system by helping to redistribute heat and regulate ocean temperatures. It’s an essential component of the dynamic and interconnected nature of ocean currents in the Southern Hemisphere.