Weather at sea

Weather is one of the most important factors for anyone on the water. Sailors and motorboat drivers must therefore familiarize themselves intensively with the basics of meteorology. In this book, the three renowned and experienced authors explain how different weather conditions arise and where and how you can obtain reliable information about them. They cover the following topics, among others: - Low and high pressure areas - Local and regional weather events - Weather in the tropics and polar regions - Sea state and ocean currents - Meteorological cruise planning - Competitive sailing This guide is aimed at both the safety-conscious cruising sailor and the ambitious regatta sailor. Nautical students and professionals will also benefit from it. Numerous illustrative graphics make the content understandable even for the layman. A practical reference book that should not be missing in any on-board library! 200 pages, 206 illustrations, 72 photos, format 20.6 x 22.5 cm, hardcover, Ralf Brauner, Boris Herrmann, Hans-Jörg Nafzger