Observer (meteorological)

For other uses, see Observer (disambiguation).
Observer
A Weather Station Observer at Germi, Ardabil, Iran.
Occupation
NamesObserver, Meteorological Watch, Synoptic Expert
Occupation type
Technician
Activity sectors
Weather services and scientific research
Description
CompetenciesMeteorological and climatic knowledge
Education required
Weather observing courses (varies by country)
Fields of
employment
Meteorological Stations

A meteorological observer, or weather observer, is a person authorized by a weather authority to make or record meteorological observations.[1] They are technicians who are responsible for the accurate observation, rapid measurement, timely collection, recording, and timely submission of meteorological parameters and information and various atmospheric phenomena to the Meteorological Center.[2][3][4][5][6][7] Surface, upper air, radar, and satellite are all forms of weather observations.[2]

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