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Altamont, IL 62411
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- Zonal Flow
- Large-scale atmospheric flow in which the east-west component (i.e., latitudinal) is dominant. The accompanying meridional (north-south) component often is weaker than normal. Compare with meridional flow.
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Hourly Forecast for Altamont, IL 62411
| Time | Conditions | Sky Cover | Chance of Precip. | Heat Index Wind Chill | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, February 10, 2012 | |||||
| 7 am |
31° F
| 94% | 38% | 24° F | From SSW 7 mph |
| 8 am |
31° F
| 95% | 38% | 24° F | From SSW 7 mph |
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