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Why do we need a weather radar network ?

Weather radar networks are essential for comprehensive monitoring of atmospheric conditions, providing crucial data for accurate weather forecasting and early warning systems across large geographical areas. In this context, OPERA (Operational Programme for the Exchange of Weather Radar Information) serves as the Weather Radar Programme of EUMETNET. OPERA’s main objectives are twofold: to provide a European platform for exchanging expertise on operationally oriented weather radar issues, and to develop, generate, and distribute high- quality pan-European weather radar composite products and data on an operational basis. One of OPERA’s most notable achievements is the Pan-European radar composite. This composite integrates data from approximately 160 individual radars belonging to OPERA members, updating every 15 minutes with a spatial resolution of 12 km. The near real-time animation of this composite is available on the EUMETNET website, offering a comprehensive view of weather patterns across Europe. By facilitating collaboration and data sharing among European meteorological services, OPERA plays a crucial role in enhancing weather forecasting capabilities, improving severe weather detection, and supporting various sectors that rely on accurate weather information. The programme’s work encompasses data production, international data exchange, and data archiving and management, contributing significantly to the advancement of meteorological science and operational forecasting in Europe

How does it work ?

data to Numerical Weather Prediction (NWP) modellers and other radar data users, and produces quality-controlled radar products. Additionally, OPERA is responsible for developing the OPERA Data Information Model (ODIM), enhancing expertise, and providing support to its members in the field of weather radar within EUMETNET. OPERA also collaborates on the global exchange of radar knowledge with the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) and the broader weather radar community. By facilitating the exchange of expertise and data, OPERA plays a crucial role in advancing weather radar technology and improving weather forecasting across Europe.

Who’s in charge ?

The OPERA Programme is Dr. Annakaisa von Lerber.
The Coordinating Member is the National Meteorological Service of Finland (FMI)

Our work in pictures

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OPERA Data production

OPERA Data
Information Model
(ODIM)