Cumulonimbus Course
Build expertise in cumulonimbus storms from basics to advanced. Gain skills to interpret soundings, radar, and satellite data relate thermodynamics and wind shear to risks of hail, tornadoes, and flash floods and convert intricate severe weather data into straightforward, reliable forecasts. Perfect for forecasters aiming to handle high-stakes storm scenarios with confidence and clarity.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course offers a targeted, hands-on guide to excelling in severe storm prediction. Delve into thermodynamics, instability measures, and wind shear, linking them to storm formation, internal processes, and dangers such as hail, sudden floods, and twisters. Master interpreting soundings, hodographs, radar imagery, satellite views, and forecast models; construct 12-hour outlooks; and issue precise, assured warnings during critical events.
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Develop skills
- Master cumulonimbus thermodynamics: interpret CAPE, CIN, and lapse rates to spot rapid storm dangers.
- Analyze severe storm structures: assess hail, wind, and tornado risks via microphysical processes.
- Use radar and satellite for nowcasting: monitor fast-changing convective systems live.
- Evaluate wind shear and hodographs: predict storm types and tornado risks swiftly.
- Craft high-impact forecast messages: provide clear, assured severe weather notifications.
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