Description
Analyze atmospheric phenomena and interpret data from surface and upper-air stations, satellites, and radar to produce weather and climate analyses, reports, and forecasts for public, private, and government users. Apply advanced meteorology, modeling, and remote sensing to support decision-making and risk communication.
- • Provide weather conditions, forecasts, and severe weather warnings to the public or agencies via television, radio, or digital platforms.
- • Gather meteorological data from surface and upper-air stations, satellites, radars, and bureaus for analyses and forecasts.
- • Prepare forecasts and briefings tailored to industry, business, government, and other stakeholders.
- • Measure upper-air wind, temperature, and humidity using weather balloons and related instruments.
- • Lead or coordinate forecasting operations at weather offices or media outlets.
- • Collect air samples from aircraft or ships to assess atmospheric composition.
- • Run numerical simulations of weather and climate to predict regional or global patterns.
- • Design or improve methods and instruments for meteorological data collection, remote sensing, and observation.
- • Analyze climate and weather datasets using data assimilation, geophysical fluid dynamics, or numerical modeling.
- • Conduct wind resource assessments and validation studies.
- • Create visualizations and maps to depict historical or projected climate and weather changes using GIS.
- • Estimate regional impacts of climate change, including warming and extreme events.
- • Integrate and interpret atmospheric, oceanic, and related environmental data to produce predictions.
- • Manage team schedules, training, staffing, and performance in forecasting or research units.
- • Consult with agencies, researchers, and professionals on interpreting climatological information for decisions and warnings.
- • Teach or mentor students on atmospheric science, meteorology, or climate change topics.
- • Analyze historical precipitation and temperature records to infer future trends.
- • Produce weather reports, maps, and graphics for analysis, distribution, or broadcast.
- • Apply meteorological expertise to issues such as air quality, pollution control, or ozone depletion.
- • Develop and apply mathematical or computer models for weather forecasting.
- • Interpret observations, charts, satellite images, and model output to predict short- and long-range conditions.
- • Conduct research on atmospheric processes and the determinants of weather and climate.
- • Write scientific reports, papers, and technical documentation on atmospheric or climate topics.
- • Evaluate effects of industrial activities or pollution on climate, air quality, and weather.
- • Communicate with the public to explain weather hazards and answer questions.
- • Build software and tools to collect, process, and present meteorological information.
- • Develop and deliver training on weather and climate topics.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
