Since 2021, aggregated from related topics
Precipitation forecasting is a branch of meteorology that involves predicting the amount, timing, and location of precipitation, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail. This type of forecasting is important for a variety of reasons, including agriculture, water resource management, and disaster preparedness. Meteorologists use various tools and techniques to make these forecasts, including numerical weather prediction models, satellite data, radar observations, and ground-based weather stations. The accuracy of precipitation forecasts has improved in recent years due to advancements in technology and data analysis methods.