Translation guide
A semi-permanent high-pressure system located over subtropical latitudes, often referred to as the subtropical ridge or subtropical high-pressure belt. In Japanese, this is primarily a meteorological term.
The semi-permanent high-pressure belt in the subtropics
Standard meteorological term for 'subtropical high'. Literally 'subtropical high pressure'.
Due to the subtropical high, sunny days continue in summer.
The 'Ogasawara High', a specific subtropical high affecting Japan's summer weather. More technical or regional.
In casual conversation, Japanese speakers might simply say 高気圧 (こうきあつ, high pressure) if the context is clear. The full term 亜熱帯高気圧 is more common in written or formal contexts like weather reports.
Refers to the 'subtropical high-pressure belt' or zone. Often used in climatology contexts.
The subtropical high-pressure belt is related to the formation of deserts.
Specifically the 'Pacific High', a subtropical high over the Pacific Ocean. Common in Japanese weather forecasts.
The Pacific High extended, leading to extreme heat.
When the Ogasawara High is strong, the end of the rainy season comes earlier.