northerly
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Northerly winds will develop bringing colder air to all parts with some wintry showers.
From BBC • Mar. 7, 2025
Northerly wind gusts of at least 30 mph are expected to combine with humidity levels in the 15% to 25% range to create “near-critical fire conditions,” the forecasters said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2022
He says the event, to be held at FirstMerit Bank Pavilion on Northerly Island along Lake Michigan, will “celebrate the impact we’ve had and rally our supporters for the work ahead.”
From Washington Times • Jul. 28, 2015
He says the event, to be held at FirstMerit Bank Pavilion on Northerly Island along Lake Michigan, will "celebrate the impact we've had and rally our supporters for the work ahead."
From US News • Jul. 28, 2015
Northerly winds—the famous "Etesian gales"—prevail in Egypt during the whole of the summer and autumn, and by hoisting a sail it is almost always possible to ascend the stream at a good pace.
From Ancient Egypt by Rawlinson, George
