National Big Wind Day
On April 12th, National Big Wind Day in the United States observes the detection of the world's highest natural wind gust measured on the Earth's surface, which is observed each year in the United States. The Mount Washington Observatory in 1934 recorded winds at 231 miles per hour on the afternoon of April 12, 1934.
Mount Washington, at 6,288 ft, is the highest peak in the Northeastern United States, and it is the most prominent mountain east of the Mississippi River.
Observers Wendell Stephenson, Alexander McKenzie, and Salvadore Pagliuca reported the wind gusts from Mount Washington Observatory in 1934. The record has also stood for many decades. The observers returned to the observatory in 1984 to commemorate the record-breaking wind's 50th anniversary. Then was awarded the big wind award from atop Mount Washington in 1996. With wind gusts of up to 256 mph, a typhoon struck a small island off the coast of Australia.
How to celebrate #nationalbigwindday
- Hold on to your hat and tell tales of windy day activities
- Find out more about how they study atmosphere changes, weather, and wind changes by visiting an observatory near you
- Try flying a kite into the wind
- Take a windblown selfie
- Use this day to learn more and use #NationalBigWindDay to post on social media
History of the national big wind day in the United States has spanned decades
We haven't identified the day's founder, although the day commemorates the record-breaking wind at Mount Washington's Observatory, we haven't identified the day's observer.
Wind FAQ
Q. Where is the world's windiest place?
Antarctica is the world's windiest place, according to Guinness World Records and National Geographic Atlas. The bay regularly sees wind speeds over 100 mph due to the bay's combination of extreme winds and extreme temperatures.
Why is Chicago dubbed the "Windy City"?
A. Due to its location on the shores of Lake Michigan, Chicago receives regular and often strong northeasterly winds. However, it ranks twelfth on the list of the fastest cities in the United States, ranking twelfth. According to Weather Station Experts, the title goes to Amarillo, Texas.
