Simple Mesoscale Models for Operational Use in Regions of Topographic and Thermal Forcing: Development and Evaluation
Abstract
A one-level numerical (Mass-Dempsey) model suitable for diagnosing mesoscale flow in regions of complex terrain and land/water interface is described. This model requires only modest computer resources and needs little data for initialization. Two other one-level models also are described and run with the Mass-Dempsey model for cases of the Pacific Northwest, San Francisco Bay Area, and Subic Bay, PI. Results suggest that the Mass-Dempsey model produces fairly good results and appears to be superior to the other models. It is also found, however, that the model requires too much computer resources for operational use on small computers.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1984
- Accession Number
- ADA146667
Entities
People
- C. F. Mass
Organizations
- University of Washington