Breeze influence on waves and vertical current profile the coastal area based on EOF analysis (Vilanova i la Geltrú, Barcelona)

Key Points

• This research aims to investigate how breezes affect wave patterns and vertical current profiles in coastal environments.
• Used Empirical Orthogonal Function (EOF) analysis to assess data from coastal areas.
• Analyzed wave data and current profiles over a specific time period in Vilanova i la Geltrú.
• Examined variations in wave behavior based on environmental breeze conditions.
• Breezes significantly influenced wave height and direction, altering current profiles.
• EOF analysis revealed distinct patterns in vertical currents related to different breeze scenarios.