Clouds and weather forecasting are essential for any successful weather forecasting service. To assess accuracy and reliability, weather forecasting personnel must rely on several types of technologies. These include forecasting techniques utilizing satellite data and numerical models.
Satellite data is collected from multiple weather satellites that are placed in orbit around the Earth. Satellites record different aspects of the atmosphere and compare differences in the atmosphere from one region to another. These data allow meteorologists to construct images of various parameters such as temperature, pressure, and wind.
Numerical models are used by weather forecasting personnel to structure different types of atmospheric conditions. Numerical models are mathematical simulations of the physical laws of motion and thermodynamics which allow the meteorologist to forecast future conditions and make predictions. Numerical models are used to predict short-term and long-term weather forecasts, such as those for temperature and precipitation.
In addition to these technologies, weather forecasting personnel also make use of a variety of other tools, such as radar and lightning detectors, to assess the atmospheric conditions in their local area. This information is then combined with the forecasts provided by the numerical models and satellite data to provide an accurate and reliable weather forecast. By making use of the various technologies, weather forecasting personnel are better able to forecast and predict the weather conditions.
