Influence of Clouds and Precipitation
Introduction:
This module focuses on how microwave sensors provide atmospheric moisture and precipitation information against different surface backgrounds (land vs. ocean). The four products introduced are Total Precipitable Water (TPW), Cloud Liquid Water (CLW), Rain Rate (RR), and Liquid Equivalent Snowfall Rate (SFR). Example single channel imagery is presented for both tropical cyclone analysis and thunderstorms over land.
Training Session Options:
NOAA/NWS students – to begin the training, use the web-based video, YouTube video, or audio playback options below (if present for this session). Certificates of completion for NOAA/NWS employees can be obtained by accessing the session via the Commerce Learning Center.
- MP4 Video
- YouTube Video:
Past Versions:
2018 Version:
References / Additional Links:
- Talking Points (pdf)
- Presentation Slides (pptx) & (pdf)
- Microwave Remote Sensing: Applications for Water Vapor, Clouds and Precipitation
- A First Course in Atmospheric Radiation, 2nd Ed. (Petty 2006)
- SatFC-G: GOES-R Rainfall Rate
- Product Quick Guides
This Course has no Prerequisites
Contact:
CIRA_Training@colostate.edu
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