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What are some sources of weather data?
The sources are:
- NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE.
- STATE FORESTRY AGENCIES.
- LOCAL OBSERVATIONS.
- PRIVATE WEATHER FORECASTING SERVICES.
What are the data recorded in the weather chart?
A weather chart includes an isobar chart and the representation, with opportune symbols, of the principal atmospheric parameters, such as wind direction and speed, types of clouds and extension of the cloud formations, the position of warm, cold and occluded fronts and the high and low pressure centres.
Where can I find the past weather data?
Climate data, including past weather conditions and long-term averages, for specific observing stations around the United States is only a few clicks away. Certified weather data for use in litigation is available only through the National Climatic Data Center in Asheville, N.C.
Where does the temperature data come from in the United States?
This figure shows how annual average temperatures in the contiguous 48 states have changed since 1901. Surface data come from land-based weather stations. Satellite measurements cover the lower troposphere, which is the lowest level of the Earth’s atmosphere.
How to find the weather in your area?
First, find the location you need climate data for on the following map: https://www.weather.gov/ and click on that region. The Web site of the local WFO will then appear. On the left side of the page there will be a section called Climate in yellow-colored text. You may have to scroll down the page.
How to get daily temperature and precipitation reports?
(Note: Preview graphs show data in tenths of degrees Celsius. Click the View/Download icon to download a PDF document of the data. Enter your email address. You’ll receive a email confirming your order right away. Then, you’ll receive another email with a link to download your data, usually within the hour.