meteorological data collection

[mee-tee-uh-ruh-LAH-juh-kuhl DAY-tuh kuh-LEK-shuhn]
nounpl: meteorological data collections
coleta de dados meteorológicos
1. The systematic process of gathering atmospheric and weather-related measurements and information from various sources and instruments for analysis and forecasting purposes
Meteorological data collection from weather stations helps scientists predict climate patterns.
A coleta de dados meteorológicos de estações meteorológicas ajuda cientistas a prever padrões climáticos.
2. The organized assembly of measurements such as temperature, humidity, precipitation, wind speed, and atmospheric pressure
Modern meteorological data collection relies on satellites, radar, and ground-based instruments.
A coleta moderna de dados meteorológicos depende de satélites, radar e instrumentos baseados no solo.
In Brazil, meteorological data collection is primarily conducted by INMET (Instituto Nacional de Meteorologia) and Marinha do Brasil. This phrase is commonly used in academic, governmental, and environmental contexts. The practice has become increasingly important for climate change monitoring and extreme weather prediction in both Brazil and Portugal.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
weather data gatheringatmospheric data collectionweather station monitoringclimate data acquisition
Antonyms / Antônimos
data suppressioninformation withholding

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
coleta de dados meteorológicos
Standard term used throughout Brazil in scientific and weather service contexts
São Paulo
levantamento de dados meteorológicos
Alternative term occasionally used in São Paulo meteorological institutions
Rio de Janeiro
coleta de dados meteorológicos
Standard usage in INMET and weather services
Portugal
recolha de dados meteorológicos
Portuguese preference for 'recolha' instead of 'coleta'; used by Instituto Português do Mar e da Atmosfera

Related Words

meteorological stationatmospheric measurementweather forecastingclimate monitoringhydrological dataanemometer

Related Idioms & Phrases

take readings
monitor atmospheric conditions
gather field data
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