Cumulonimbus Course
Build expertise in cumulonimbus storms from basics to advanced. Master reading soundings, radar, and satellite data, connect thermodynamics and wind shear to risks of hail, tornadoes, and flash floods, and transform complex severe weather into straightforward, reliable forecasts. Ideal for forecasters seeking precision in high-stakes scenarios.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Cumulonimbus Course offers a practical guide to mastering severe storm forecasting. You will study thermodynamics, instability measures, and wind shear, linking them to storm structure, microphysics, and dangers like hail, flash floods, and tornadoes. Gain skills in interpreting soundings, hodographs, radar, satellite imagery, and model data to create 12-hour forecasts and issue precise warnings confidently.
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Develop skills
- Master Cumulonimbus thermodynamics: interpret CAPE, CIN, and lapse rates to spot rapid storm risks.
- Diagnose severe storm structures: assess hail, wind, and tornado threats using microphysics.
- Excel in radar and satellite nowcasting: monitor fast-changing convection live.
- Analyse wind shear and hodographs: predict storm modes and tornado risks swiftly.
- Craft high-impact forecast messages: issue clear, assured severe weather warnings.
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