12.2 Numerical weather prediction models and techniques
3 min read•july 23, 2024
models are the backbone of modern forecasting. They use complex math and current observations to simulate future weather. These models break down the atmosphere into grid points, solving equations for each to predict how conditions will change.
NWP models handle various physical processes, from air movement to cloud formation. They use simplified equations and clever tricks to represent small-scale events they can't directly simulate. helps improve forecasts by blending real-world observations with model predictions.
Fundamentals of Numerical Weather Prediction (NWP) Models
Concepts of NWP models
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NWP models simulate future atmospheric conditions using computer simulations
Utilize current weather observations and mathematical equations representing physical processes (, thermodynamic equations)
Key components of NWP models include:
Dynamical core solves equations of motion governing atmospheric flow ()