Re: What is the definition of Gust Wind?

5.4.4 Wind Gust. The wind speed data for the most recent 10 minutes shall be
examined to evaluate the
occurrence of gusts. Gusts are indicated by rapid fluctuations in wind speed
with a variation of 10 knots
or more between peaks and lulls. The speed of a gust shall be the maximum
instantaneous wind speed.

Source:
http://www.ofcm.gov/fmh-1/pdf/E-CH5.pdf

<johannblake@xxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
news:1129711679.040811.162910@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Can someone give me the exact definition of what a "gust wind" is? I
> haven't been able to find it on the Net. I assume that is measuring the
> wind speed for a certain amount of time and the wind speed is above
> some minimal standard value. Assuming that this is the definition, what
> is the amount of time that it is measured for and what is the minimal
> speed to be considered a gust wind? And are there any other factors
> that need to be taken into account for it to be considered a gust wind?
>
> Thanks for your help
> Johann Blake
>


.