If a farmer tries to use overhead irrigation (sprinklers) to protect crops during high winds, the wind can cause the water to evaporate too quickly. Evaporation is a cooling process that can actually drop the plant's temperature below the surrounding air temperature, worsening the damage. How to Protect Against Advection Frost
In smaller settings, keeping the soil moist before the front arrives can help the ground hold onto more heat, though this is less effective against prolonged advection. advection frost
Advection Frost: Mechanisms, Forecasting, and Mitigation Strategies Date: October 26, 2023 Subject: Agricultural Meteorology / Thermodynamics If a farmer tries to use overhead irrigation