Abstract
The paper compares quantitative precipitation forecasts using weather radars and numerical weather prediction models. In order to test forecasts under different conditions, point-comparisons with quantitative radar precipitation estimates and raingauges are presented. Furthermore, spatial comparisons of forecasts and observations have shown good results during stratiform conditions, but more scattered results during convective conditions. Finally, the potential for applying forecasts as input to urban drainage models is investigated. Results prove promising.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Weather Radar and Hydrology |
| Editors | Robert J. Moore, Steven J. Cole, Anthony J. Illingworth |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| Volume | 351 |
| Publisher | IAHS Press |
| Publication date | 2012 |
| Pages | 620-625 |
| ISBN (Print) | 978-1-907161-26-1 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 978-1-907161-26-1 |
| Publication status | Published - 2012 |
| Event | International Symposium on Weather Radar and Hydrology - Exeter, United Kingdom Duration: 18 Apr 2011 → 21 Apr 2011 |
Conference
| Conference | International Symposium on Weather Radar and Hydrology |
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| Country/Territory | United Kingdom |
| City | Exeter |
| Period | 18/04/2011 → 21/04/2011 |
| Series | I A H S Proceedings and Reports |
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| ISSN | 0144-7815 |
Bibliographical note
The article is published in IAHS Publications Series (Red Books; 351)Title: Weather Radar and Hydrology
Editors: Robert J. Moore, Steven J. Cole and Anthony J. Illingworth
ISBN (electronic): 978-1-907161-26-1
ISBN (print): 978-1-907161-26-1
Keywords
- Numerical Weather Prediction
- Radar Nowcasting
- QPE
- QPF
- Urban Flow Forecasting