NSF NCAR Explorer Series “Inside a weather modeling system: What can go wrong?”

When: Oct 9, 5:30-7pm

Where: NSF NCAR Mesa Laboratory

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The NSF National Center for Atmospheric Research invites you to a lecture on community weather models!

We invite you to join us for a hybrid NSF NCAR Explorer Series lecture, “Inside a weather modeling system: What can go wrong?” on Wednesday, October from 5:30-7:00 pm (MT).

This event will be a live hybrid webcast with options to attend in person at the NSF NCAR Mesa Laboratory or virtually! Please register and tell us if you will be attending in person or online. This will allow you to receive email reminders. If you’re attending virtually, an email will have the link to the webcast and details on how to participate.

Research Abstract

Born alongside the computer in the 1950s, weather models have continuously evolved to safeguard lives. Forecasters rely on these intricate simulations to predict hazards, while researchers use them to untangle the complexities of weather. Yet, even with immense computing power, perfect forecasts remain elusive. Why? When do these models stumble? These very questions fuel the field of numerical weather prediction, where scientists relentlessly push the limits of predictability and refine the tools that guide our daily forecasts.

In this Explorer Series Lecture, NSF NCAR scientist Dr. May Wong will share how a numerical weather prediction modeling system provides a prediction of future weather given initial atmospheric conditions. She will discuss the challenges behind forecasting the weather with models, as well as how scientists are working to improve our ability to make these predictions. These improvements are especially important as we plan for a world with more extreme weather conditions.

Free public event for ages 12+

For more information and to watch archived lectures, visit the NCAR Explorer Series webpage.

We look forward to seeing you there!