A Thermal Activity Forecasting Scheme Suitable for Personal Computers

Authors

  • Dietrich Heimann Meteorological Institute University of Munich Munich, Germany

Keywords:

Meteorology, Atmospheric physics

Abstract

The preparation of glider flights and competitions need detailed local short range forecasts of several meteorological parameters which often are not broadcasted by regular weather radio. Although there exist graphical methods of determining the temporal variations of the required values as thermal updrafts, cloud base, etc., also up to date procedures of meteorology can now be used at local airports since low cost personal computers are easily available. This paper deals with simple meteorological computer models which can support the duties of local weathermen during glider competitions.

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Vol. 30 No. 1-2 (2006)

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