That was one of the first things I noticed when visiting north America. The grid really does make cities super windy compared to the cities I’m used to, which grew naturally over centuries and aren’t on a grid. And I’m from a city that’s pretty windy for geographical reasons. Still doesn’t compare.
Comment on Does it get windy in New York City?
DomeGuy@lemmy.world 4 days ago
Yes, it absolutely gets windy in NYC.
Remember that Manhattan is laid out in a very regular grid. This is equally useful if you are a poetic zepher of wind or a becaped superhero, as these long passages make it really easy to (traffic allowing) rush forward at full speed and little chance of hitting a wall.
Droggelbecher@lemmy.world 4 days ago
dubyakay@lemmy.ca 4 days ago
This made me wonder why wind is never a factor in any of the Spider-Man stories. Even though it’s actually a spider’s main method of transportation.