Weather Forecasting

Weather forecasting is more than the five minutes during the morning news that tells you whether to take an umbrella today.

Weather forecasting can predict the number of hurricanes expected in the coming season, can issue warnings to save lives in events like tornadoes and can let you know when to cover your tender plants and seedlings.

Weather forecasting is used by ships at sea, schools and the stock market. Modern methods include the use of satellites, computer models and rapid communication technology, as well as personal weather stations and observers.

Weather Forecasting at Suite 101 features articles on forecasting techniques, traditions and history, as well as specific articles on why weather happens.

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Latest articles in Weather Forecasting

A Frontal Weather System Traverses Connemara, Early Spring

A depression passing over a landscape ensures the weather changes several times. Clear spells alternate with rain, winds vary and temperatures fluctuate

Mar 7, 2012 – Michael Manning

The Science of Meteorology as Exemplified by Cumulus Clouds

Aristotle, the author of Meteorlogica, on meteorology, compiled all known data on rain, lightning, clouds and wind direction leading to meteorology science

Feb 25, 2012 – Michael Manning

A Kaleidoscope of Colourful Skies in Connemara, Co Galway

The many splendoured multicoloured skies of Co Galway, Ireland, are a delight for outdoor adventure sports enthusuiasts and casual observers

Feb 17, 2012 – Michael Manning

Cirrus and Cirrocumulus Clouds

White streaked, delicately thin cirrus clouds may become sand ripple-like cirrocumulus clouds in the cold northern hemisphere February skies.

Feb 8, 2012 – Michael Manning

Clouds, Cloud Formations and Weather Forecasting

The pattern of clouds on the horizon, coupled with their speed, direction and composition are conveniently used to predict local weather conditions.

Nov 20, 2011 – Michael Manning

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