Numerical weather models suitable for a school program

[Barbarian_of_Barooga]

Hello all, I am new to the forum

I have a major interest in climatology - particularly the numerical modelling of weather systems. I have some experience in this, but are planning to make a user friendly prgram for use in schools (surprise, i am a teacher), can others direct me to some numerical models and simulations that i may base my program on.

 

[Bystander]

What educational advantages do you anticipate for a numerical modelling approach as opposed to presentation and development of understanding of physical principles driving weather?

You might be able to pick up ideas snooping around the NOAA and NCAR sites --- however, public school budgets seldom include much for running supercomputers, so their approaches to developing and running numerical models might not be appropriate for the resources available to you.

 

[hhegab]

Hi there,

Welcome to the forum! It's great to hear that you have a passion for climatology and are looking to create a user-friendly program for schools. Numerical models and simulations are an important aspect of studying weather systems and can provide valuable insights into how our climate behaves.

There are several numerical models and simulations that you can use as a basis for your program. Some popular ones include the Community Earth System Model (CESM), the Global Forecast System (GFS), and the Weather Research and Forecasting (WRF) model. These models are used by researchers and meteorologists to make predictions about weather patterns and climate change.

You can also check out websites like the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for more information and resources on numerical models and simulations.

In terms of creating a user-friendly program for schools, it's important to consider the level of complexity and the target audience. You may want to simplify the models and simulations to make them more accessible for students, while still conveying the important concepts and data.

Best of luck with your program and feel free to reach out to the forum for any further questions or discussions on this topic. Happy learning!