weather data gathering

[/ˈwɛðər ˈdeɪtə ˈɡæðərɪŋ/]
nounpl: weather data gatherings
coleta de dados meteorológicos
1. The systematic process of collecting meteorological information such as temperature, precipitation, wind speed, and humidity from various locations and instruments
Weather data gathering is essential for accurate forecasting and climate research.
A coleta de dados meteorológicos é essencial para previsões precisas e pesquisa climática.
2. The activity of obtaining atmospheric measurements using instruments like weather stations, radar, satellites, and weather balloons
Modern weather data gathering relies heavily on satellite technology and automated ground stations.
A coleta moderna de dados meteorológicos depende muito da tecnologia de satélites e estações automáticas no solo.
In Brazil, weather data gathering is primarily conducted by INMET (Instituto Nacional de Meteorologia) and CPTEC (Centro de Previsão de Tempo e Estudos Climáticos). In the United States, the National Weather Service (NWS) is the primary federal agency responsible for this function. The activity is crucial for both countries' agricultural planning and disaster preparedness strategies.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
meteorological data collectionatmospheric data gatheringweather information collectionclimate data acquisition
Antonyms / Antônimos
data interpretationweather forecasting

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
coleta de dados meteorológicos
Standard usage in meteorological contexts
São Paulo
coleta de dados meteorológicos
Used in scientific and technical institutions
Rio de Janeiro
coleta de dados do tempo
More colloquial variant using 'tempo' instead of 'meteorológicos'
Portugal
recolha de dados meteorológicos
Uses 'recolha' instead of 'coleta'; more formal European Portuguese

Related Words

meteorologyweather stationatmospheric monitoringclimate observationhydrological dataanemometer

Related Idioms & Phrases

take meteorological measurements
conduct weather surveys
monitor atmospheric conditions
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