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Behind the Forecast

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What is numerical weather prediction, how does it work and is it really the answer? What limits are there to the accuracy of forecasts. Where do the data come from?


  • What is this numerical weather prediction?
    • Data used in NWP
    • Grid length and resolution of NWP models
  • Why are forecasts not more accurate?
    • Accuracy assessmen of UK Inshore waters forecasts
    • GRIB forecast examples
  • How meteorology has developed and where is the future?
    • Are charts at higher levels any help to the sailor? And, what are they?

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