Archives: Weather Model terms

  • September 24, 2024
    - Routine forecasts issued before noon contain three forecast periods: Today (or this Afternoon), Tonight, and the Next Day. Routine…
  • September 24, 2024
    - Water droplets which are suspended in the air near the Earth's surface and causing reduced visibilities.
  • September 24, 2024
    - A warm dry wind on the lee side of a mountain range. The heating and drying are due to…
  • September 24, 2024
    - A favorite phrase of some forecasters. Refers to a forecast problem or a potential forecast problem. Could also be…
  • September 24, 2024
    - The level of a river or stream at which considerable inundation of surrounding areas will occur.
  • September 24, 2024
    - High flow, overflow or inundation of a normally dry area which causes or threatens damage.
  • September 24, 2024
    - A flood that occurs within a few hours (usually less than six) of heavy or excessive rainfall, dam or…
  • September 24, 2024
    - A favorite phrase of forecasters. It means storms are developing or will develop.