Precipitation

Among the diverse data sets reported by weather stations, precipitation data has the highest level of variability. There are a variety of different instruments that collect and report precipitation data and each type is reported with different time interval and units of measure. This makes precipitation data challenging to work with.

At Synoptic we understand the complexities involved in handling precipitation data. Our Weather Data API ingests precipitation data in more than 20 different formats from our reliable data providers. Recognizing these challenges, we developed a cutting-edge Precipitation Service that streamlines the process of normalizing data. Normalizing precipitation data across various weather stations is essential to create a consistent and comparable dataset. With weather stations having varying observation frequencies, spatial coverage, and measurement techniques, normalization ensures that the data can be effectively combined and analyzed.

Accurate precipitation data is crucial for a wide range of applications, including weather forecasting, climate analysis, hydrological modeling, and more. Manually handling this normalization process, especially over large regions, can be laborious and time-consuming. By leveraging Synoptic’s Precipitation Service, our customers can access reliable and standardized precipitation information, letting them focus on what matters most and empowering them with valuable insights for their specific needs.