Models for weather that include data from amateur stations?

In summary, some online weather services incorporate data from amateur weather stations set up by individuals. This practice involves a sophisticated analysis of the reliability of the data. It is not clear if all major countries use this data in their weather prediction models. However, in New Mexico, middle and high schools have a program for setting up school weather stations under the auspices of NOAA. These stations have strict specifications and the data is kept as part of the microclimatic data set. An example of such a station is the Bosque Climate Data station, located in the gallery forest along the Rio Grande river. It is possible that similar programs exist in other areas, such as the one mentioned by @Stephen Tashi.
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Do any organizations run mathematical models that predict weather and also incorporate data from amateur weather stations?
I have the impression (I've not actually researched the matter) that some online weather services publish data from weather stations set up by amateurs. Do any organizations incorporate such data in their weather prediction models? I'd think that using such data would involve a sophisticated analysis of whether the data itself was reliable.
 
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Summary:: Do any organizations run mathematical models that predict weather and also incorporate data from amateur weather stations?
Which major country does not?
 
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Middle and high schools (secondary schools) in New Mexico have a program for setting up a school weather station. The data is kept and forwarded - the station has strict specifications IIRC, depending on what it does. There are vendors for kits. It is under the auspices of NOAA. I think it is kept as part of the microclimatic data set.

Here is one not far from where I live in NM - bosque is the Spanish term for the gallery forest along the Rio Grande river.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gallery_forest

https://bemp.org/weather-stations-built-high-schoolers-bosque-climate-data/

@Stephen Tashi do a google search down your way.
 

1. How accurate are weather models that use data from amateur stations?

The accuracy of weather models that incorporate data from amateur stations varies depending on the quality and consistency of the data being collected. Generally, the more data points that are used and the more reliable the sources, the more accurate the model will be.

2. What types of data are collected by amateur weather stations?

Amateur weather stations can collect a variety of data, including temperature, humidity, air pressure, wind speed and direction, precipitation, and solar radiation. Some stations may also collect data on soil moisture and temperature.

3. How do amateur weather stations contribute to weather forecasting?

Amateur weather stations provide additional data points that can be used to improve the accuracy of weather models. This data is often used in conjunction with data from professional weather stations and satellites to create more comprehensive and accurate forecasts.

4. Can anyone set up an amateur weather station?

Yes, anyone can set up an amateur weather station. There are many affordable weather station kits available on the market, and with some basic knowledge and equipment, anyone can start collecting weather data.

5. How can amateur weather stations be integrated into existing weather models?

Amateur weather stations can be integrated into existing weather models through a process called assimilation. This involves combining the data from the amateur stations with data from other sources and using mathematical algorithms to create a more accurate representation of the current weather conditions.

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