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Investigate atmospheric phenomena and interpret meteorological data, gathered by surface and air stations, satellites, and radar to prepare reports and forecasts for public and other uses. Includes weather analysts and forecasters whose functions require the detailed knowledge of meteorology.

Currently Employed: Not Available

Yearly Projected Openings: Not Available

Typical Hourly Wage: $20.77 - $57.33

Typical Annual Salary: $43,200 - $119,200

• Perform managerial duties, such as creating work schedules, creating or implementing staff training, matching staff expertise to situations, or analyzing performance of offices.
• Consult with other offices, agencies, professionals, or researchers regarding the use and interpretation of climatological information for weather predictions and warnings.
• Teach college-level courses on topics such as atmospheric and space science, meteorology, or global climate change.
• Analyze historical climate information, such as precipitation or temperature records, to help predict future weather or climate trends.
• Prepare weather reports or maps for analysis, distribution, or use in weather broadcasts, using computer graphics.
• Direct forecasting services at weather stations or at radio or television broadcasting facilities.
• Apply meteorological knowledge to issues such as global warming, pollution control, or ozone depletion.
• Develop or use mathematical or computer models for weather forecasting.
• Interpret data, reports, maps, photographs, or charts to predict long- or short-range weather conditions, using computer models and knowledge of climate theory, physics, and mathematics.
• Formulate predictions by interpreting environmental data, such as meteorological, atmospheric, oceanic, paleoclimate, climate, or related information.

• Anemometers
• Hygrometers
• Radarbased surveillance systems
• Rainfall recorders
• Temperature or humidity surface observing apparatus

• Analytical or scientific software
• Graphics or photo imaging software
• Map creation software
• Presentation software
• Word processing software