Forecast Model Applications of Satellite-derived Cloud Parameters
Abstract
Development of satellite remote sensing retrieval methods, numerical model studies and field observational research have been conducted to advance the use of cloud physical parameters with the Navy's Coupled Ocean/Atmosphere Mesoscale Prediction System (COAMPS) prediction model. Procedures have been demonstrated for the satellite retrieval techniques and the merging of these retrieved parameters with COAMPS model output. Prediction of boundary layer cloudiness is a critical but difficult aspect of marine forecasting, due to the mesoscale variability of boundary layer dynamic processes and the lack of observations in many oceanic and coastal regions. The ability to correctly simulate and forecast cloud layer evolution is strongly tied to the accuracy with which a model represents the evolution of the cloud profile of liquid water. This is due to the controlling influences of entrainment, turbulent mixing, radiative heating and microphysical processes within stratus decks.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 2000
- Accession Number
- ADA384963
Entities
People
- Melanie Wetzel
- Steven Chai
Organizations
- University of Nevada, Reno