Lágþrýsting

Lágþrýsting refers to low atmospheric pressure. It is a common meteorological term used to describe areas where the air pressure is lower than the surrounding regions. These areas are typically associated with unsettled weather conditions. As air rises in a low-pressure system, it cools and condenses, forming clouds and precipitation. Therefore, low pressure is often accompanied by rain, snow, or storms. In the Northern Hemisphere, low-pressure systems rotate counterclockwise, while in the Southern Hemisphere, they rotate clockwise. The intensity of a low-pressure system is measured by the difference between its central pressure and the surrounding atmospheric pressure. Stronger low-pressure systems, often called depressions or cyclones, can bring severe weather, including high winds and heavy precipitation. Conversely, areas of high atmospheric pressure, known as high-pressure systems or anticyclones, are usually associated with clear skies and calm weather. The movement of these pressure systems across the Earth's surface drives much of the world's weather patterns. Forecasting the development and movement of low-pressure systems is crucial for predicting weather.