If you're new to climate systems, meteorology, or biophysical science in general, take a look here to get some good background knowledge: http://www.physicalgeography.net The major components in the climate system is an interlocking relationship between the following: Atmosphere Hydrophere (oceans, lakes, rivers) Cryosphere (snow and ice) Lithosphere (land surface and "deep" Earth) Marine and terrestrial …
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Reanalysis mathematically blends together all the products from multiple observing systems and then assimilates them. This process includes algorithms for quality control of the raw satellite data, as well as space and time interpolation schemes and a global operational forecasting model. The assimilation system then removes artificial trends introduced by the updates. Afterall, more is …
If the first discussion on climate services and their inhomogeneities didn't scare you enough, let me just throw this out there: The U.S. measures surface observations at 1.5 meters above the ground while the rest of the world measures at 2 meters above. **USA! USA! O.k., o.k., but let's talk about specifics. You've also hopefully …
There are two primary networks for surface observations in the United States. The Cooperative Observer Program (COOP) Established in 1890, the COOP is the largest and oldest official network in the U.S. with 11,000 volunteers recording and submitting observations across the country. Instruments are provided by the National Weather Service. Records include max/min temperature, liquid …
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