Figure 13. Annual cycle of MLD observed by TAO buoys

Observed annual cycle of MLD at 9 TAO moorings along the equator. MLD is defined as the depth at which the temperature is 0.5C less than the SST. The full record length of each mooring is used for the calculation. This length ranges from about 3 years (dateline) to 15 years (110W).
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