kattotuulen
Kattotuulen is a traditional Finnish term that refers to a sudden, strong gust of wind, often accompanied by a whistling sound. The phrase translates roughly to "cat wind" in English, though its origin is not definitively linked to feline behavior. Instead, the term likely stems from the abrupt and unpredictable nature of the wind, which can resemble the sudden movements of a cat.
Kattotuulen typically occurs during transitional weather periods, such as when a cold front moves in or when
The phenomenon is often associated with autumn and early winter, when temperature shifts are more frequent.
Meteorologically, kattotuulen can be related to microbursts or gust fronts, where rapidly descending air from a