Specific:
* Windbreak: This is a common term for a barrier, like a row of trees or a fence, designed to protect an area from wind.
* Lee: This refers to the side of something that is sheltered from the wind, similar to "downwind" but specifically describing the protected area.
* Side shelter: This describes the protection provided by something on the side of an object.
* Lateral protection: A more technical term that emphasizes the protection from the side.
General:
* Sheltered: This is a general term that can describe protection from any element, including wind.
* Protected: This is another general term similar to "sheltered."
* Out of the wind: This describes the location of something that is not exposed to wind.
The best choice will depend on the specific context and the level of formality.
