Specializations in Meteorology
Climatology
The study of climate, its variations, and impacts on the environment and societies over longer time scales.
Atmospheric Chemistry
The study of the chemical composition of the atmosphere and the chemical processes that affect it.
Synoptic Meteorology
The analysis of large-scale weather systems and the use of synoptic charts to forecast weather.
Dynamic Meteorology
The branch of meteorology that focuses on the forces and motions of the atmosphere, particularly in relation to weather systems.
Microclimatology
The study of small-scale climatic variations, such as those found in urban areas or specific ecosystems.
Hydrometeorology
The study of the interaction between the atmosphere and the hydrosphere, including precipitation, evaporation, and water cycle processes.
Paleoclimatology
The study of past climates using geological and biological records to understand historic climate variations.
Severe Weather Meteorology
The study and prediction of extreme weather events, such as tornadoes, hurricanes, and thunderstorms.
Satellite Meteorology
The use of satellite technology to observe and analyze atmospheric conditions and weather patterns globally.
Radar Meteorology
The application of radar technology to monitor and forecast weather phenomena, particularly precipitation.
Mesoscale Meteorology
The study of weather systems and phenomena that occur on a scale of a few kilometers to several hundred kilometers.
Atmospheric Modeling
The development of mathematical models to simulate atmospheric processes and predict weather and climate.
Tropical Meteorology
The study of weather and climate in tropical regions, including tropical cyclones and monsoons.
Polar Meteorology
The study of meteorological phenomena in polar regions, focusing on unique atmospheric conditions and climate patterns.
Agrometeorology
The study of weather and climate effects on agriculture, including crop growth and pest dynamics.
Urban Meteorology
The study of how urbanization affects local weather and climate, including urban heat islands.
Environmental Meteorology
The study of atmospheric processes that affect air quality, pollution transport, and environmental health.
Seasonal Forecasting
The branch of meteorology that focuses on predicting weather patterns over extended periods, such as months or seasons.
Climate Dynamics
The study of the physical processes that lead to climatic variations and changes over time.
Boundary Layer Meteorology
The study of the lowermost part of the atmosphere (the boundary layer) where surface interactions directly affect weather.
Atmospheric Physics
The study of the physical principles governing atmospheric processes, including thermodynamics and radiation.
Weather Forecasting
The practical application of meteorological knowledge to predict upcoming weather conditions using various tools and techniques.
Climate Adaptation and Mitigation
The study of strategies to adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate change on communities and ecosystems.
Solar Radiation and Climate
Investigation into how solar radiation affects atmospheric processes and climate conditions.
Extreme Weather Events
The analysis and modeling of unusual weather patterns, their causes, and their societal impacts.
Remote Sensing in Meteorology
The use of remote sensing technologies to observe and analyze atmospheric conditions from satellites and aircraft.
Climate Change Research
The investigation of the causes and effects of climate change, focusing on anthropogenic impacts and future climate scenarios.
Sustainability in Meteorology
The study of sustainable practices to reduce atmospheric impacts and promote environmental health.