Frequently Asked Questions

•  What is Meteorology?

Meteorology is the study of the atmosphere and its phenomena

•  Why 100% forecasting is not possible?

The main factor that inhibits 100% forecast comes from the nature of the physical laws that govern the atmosphere. There are seven equations that describe the atmosphere and its motion. The problem lies in the equation of motion where a nonlinear partial differential equation term is present. It is this property that makes it impossible to solve the equation of motion analytically. As a result, it is not possible to forecast with 100% accuracy.

•  What are the necessary conditions that enable to realize the potential contribution of meteorology to development?

The major necessary conditions are

•  Adequate meteorological observations of weather in space and time
•  An efficient systems of collecting the exchanging of meteorological observation as well as managing
•  Analysis and interpretation capabilities of real time and historical data
•  Research and forecasting capabilities

•  What are the services provided by National Meteorological Agency?

With the recognition of the pivotal roles meteorological science plays in monitoring, understanding, predicting weather and climate for optimal use of natural resources in environmentally sound mode and in protecting the human lives and property, the National Meteorological Agency provides short-range, ten day forecast, seasonal forecasting, agrometeorological, climatologically, hydrometeorological, aeronautical meteorology and other meteorological services as required.

•  What is the contribution of meteorology science?

The meteorology science contributes enormously to maximize productivity of natural resources, to assure sustainability, to harness these resources in environmentally sound and friendly mode, to assist planning and management across socio-economic spectra, to underpin sustainable development, and to palliate the aftermath of the adverse effects of weather and climate.

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