Chinook

usgb/tʃɪˈnuːk/
noun

A warm wind that blows from the Pacific Ocean to the regions of western Canada and the northwestern U.S.

In the middle of winter, a chinook wind warmed the region.
Visual representation of "chinook" - A warm wind that blows from the Pacific Ocean to the regions of western Canada and the northwestern U.S.

Often appears as...

  • chinook wind
  • chinook conditions
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Weather Phenomenon

A chinook is known for suddenly raising temperatures, helping to melt snow in winter.

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The heavy snow began to disappear as the chinook arrived.
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Regional Specific

Use 'chinook' to refer to this wind especially when talking about weather in western Canada and the northwestern U.S.

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Farmers expect an early spring if the chinook comes soon.
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