numerical forecasting

The forecasting of the behavior of atmospheric disturbances by the numerical solution of the governing fundamental equations of hydrodynamics, subject to observed initial conditions. Also known as dynamic forecasting; mathematical forecasting; numerical weather prediction; physical forecasting.

Related terms:

• numerical weather prediction
• dynamic forecasting
• mathematical forecasting
• physical forecasting
• forecasting
• propagation forecasting
• dynamic meteorology
• wave forecasting
• initial condition