Operational numerical weather prediction

A variety of analysis and forecast systems have been used routinely over the years to produce numerical weather predictions (NWP) for daily use. The Joint Numerical Weather Prediction Unit of the United States was the first operational organization established in 1955. Since then, a large number of NWP centers have evolved in the industralized nations of the world. Today their predictions serve as the primary guidance for practicing synopticians for the forecast period from about 12 hours out to 10 days.

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