noun a subtropical high-pressure belt characterized by calm winds and hot, dry weather, located around 30 degrees north and south of the equator
In meteorology, horse latitudes refer to the subtropical regions of high atmospheric pressure and calm winds, typically located around 30 degrees north and south of the equator.
In geography, horse latitudes can be used to describe the specific latitudinal zones where these calm winds and high pressure systems are found.
In navigation, sailors historically encountered the horse latitudes as areas of light or variable winds that could stall their ships, leading to the term 'doldrums'.
In literature, 'horse latitudes' may be used as a metaphor for being stuck or in a state of limbo, similar to the historical reference of ships being stranded in areas of calm winds in the horse latitudes.
Meteorologists may use the term 'horse latitudes' to refer to the subtropical high-pressure areas where there is typically calm weather and little precipitation.
Historians may reference the horse latitudes when discussing maritime history and the challenges faced by sailors when navigating these regions.
Geographers may study the horse latitudes as part of their research on global climate patterns and atmospheric circulation.