The review questions are provided as an aid in studying. They are similar to the questions that will appear on quizzes during the semester.
Which model should be used to forecast tomorrow's weather in Alberta, Canada?
Answer
The NAM model is designed for high-resolution one to four day forecasts. It is ideal for short-range forecasts over the United States and Canada. The only other model which includes that part of the world at that range is the GFS, which would also be a useful model to consult.
Given the following FOUS bulletin, when will the strongest winds occur?
OUTPUT FROM ETA 18Z AUG 19 02
TTPTTR1R2R3 VVVLI PSDDFF HHT1T3T5
DFW//574752 01095 141908 80312316
06000384540 -0397 091714 83352717
12000564749 -0396 121819 80302317
18000784048 00397 141913 79262516
24000393939 -0800 141711 80322416
30000355029 02800 101617 82352615
36000604439 -1498 141821 80292316
42000824040 00300 151914 79242115
48000453834 -1100 141815 81322316
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