Precise weather forecasts for the Alps: Measurement campaign starts now!
Precise weather forecasts for the Alps: Measurement campaign starts now!
Karlsruhe, Deutschland - June 11, 2025 marks the beginning of an important weather research initiative in the Alps. According to kit , the weather in mountains is often unexpectedly, which can be attributed to the complex terrain and air exchange processes. Many modern weather forecast models can only insufficiently map the valley wind systems. Therefore, there are extensive measurements in the Inn- and Etschtal, in the Sarntal Alps and in the German Alpine foothills. These measurements are part of the TeamX international campaign, which is coordinated by the University of Innsbruck and in which numerous research institutes are involved.
The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) is active as the biggest partner in this project. The campaign aims to improve the weather models and severe weather warnings for mountain regions. A detailed data basis is required to better capture the functionality of valley wind systems and their interactions with global weather systems.technological innovations
A central element of the measurements is the innovative atmospheric observation system Kitcube. This unique system uses laser to measure wind and moisture precisely down to high heights. In addition to the floor -based measurements, radar systems are also used to examine how moisture transports can trigger thunderstorms through valley wind systems. In addition, a research aircraft with a new laser measuring system for wind is used to analyze the interactions of air currents in mountain valleys.
Earlier measurements have also shown how fog and precipitation arise when moist air rises on mountain slopes. Over 25 institutions and more than 200 researchers from different European weather services are involved in the TeamX campaign, which underlines the massive and interdisciplinary cooperation in this research area.
collaboration and research areas
The research group hydrology and climate consequences in mountain regions, which is located on
The cooperation between these educational and research institutions creates a strong network to analyze the complex dynamics of the weather in mountains. Kitcube is also used for other integrated measuring campaigns in various regions of the world to constantly expand the understanding of atmospheric processes, as reported.
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