Meteorology - USA Lower 48 National Winds Pattern Map Website

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The discussion highlights two valuable online resources for visualizing wind patterns across the continental United States: hint.fm and earth.nullschool.net. These platforms provide continuously updated animated maps that display wind speed and direction, allowing users to zoom in on specific locations for detailed information. The tools are particularly useful for individuals with allergies, as they can help predict pollen levels based on wind patterns. Users can also identify high and low-pressure cells, enhancing their understanding of meteorological conditions.

PREREQUISITES
  • Basic understanding of meteorological concepts such as wind patterns and pressure systems.
  • Familiarity with using interactive web tools for data visualization.
  • Knowledge of how pollen levels are affected by wind direction and speed.
  • Awareness of the impact of environmental factors on allergies.
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore the features of hint.fm for real-time wind data visualization.
  • Investigate earth.nullschool.net for historical wind patterns and their implications.
  • Research the relationship between wind patterns and pollen dispersion in specific regions.
  • Learn about meteorological tools for predicting weather-related health impacts.
USEFUL FOR

This discussion is beneficial for meteorology enthusiasts, allergy sufferers seeking to manage their symptoms, and anyone interested in understanding wind patterns and their effects on the environment.

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For those interested but may not have found before, the below site provides a continuously updated animated map of wind pattern throughout the continental US

PS I have a serious allergic reaction to a species of tree that grows NW of my location and during their pollination period I use this map as one tool to help predict increased pollen levels here.

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By placing the arrow at any point it instantly gives the location coordinates and wind speed at that location; and by clicking on that location you zoom in as close as you want.
If you want to know where the high and low pressure cells are located, this is the place to go.

http://hint.fm/wind/
 
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Wow, I had no idea the center of the US is so windy! Is it always like that?
 
berkeman said:
Wow, I had no idea the center of the US is so windy! Is it always like that?

No. They have some historical pictures.