Météo France is set to replace its existing supercomputers, Belenos and Taranis, with even more powerful models by 2027, aiming to increase computational capacity sixfold by 2029. This upgrade will improve localized weather forecasts, precision in predicting extreme weather events,…
The climate crisis is undermining the accuracy of weather predictions in Greece, leading to increased incidences of sudden weather phenomena like severe storms. Meteorologists have noted a concerning rise in erratic atmospheric conditions, which complicates forecasts. They emphasize the need…
On December 4, the new weather satellite Meteosat 12 began operations, offering significantly improved weather images for forecasting. SRF meteorologist Roman Brogli highlights the satellite’s enhanced accuracy and speed in data collection, which allows for better monitoring of weather conditions,…
Google has announced its new AI model, GenCast, developed by DeepMind, which can accurately forecast weather for 15 days, surpassing traditional methods. The model reportedly exceeds the accuracy of the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts in over 97% of…
Google has unveiled a new AI-driven weather prediction model named GenCast, developed by its DeepMind research lab, that promises to deliver accurate 15-day forecasts. Set to outperform existing models, including the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts, GenCast excels in…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is significantly transforming meteorology by improving weather forecasts through machine learning from historical data and early detection of extreme weather events. Despite recent advancements, AI weather models still face challenges, particularly with localized weather data in regions…
