Daily High Resolution WRF Weather Predictions for the LA Basin Using Comprehensive WRFVar Data Assimilation

   These forecasts are generated through an internal research and development project at The Aerospace Corporation. Our research goals are:

  • to demonstrate automated daily 36-hour forecasts over the Los Angeles basin at 5-kilometer resolution for use in air quality predictions and emergency response
  • to improve the high-resolution capability of WRF numerical weather prediction model through optimal assimilation of satellite data combined with local ground-based observations
  • to provide the modeling infrastructure to assess impacts of new data types and/or model enhancements
  • to assess accuracy of model forecasts through quantitative and qualitative verification



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