numerical forecasting

numerical forecasting

[nü′mer·i·kəl ′fȯr‚kast·iŋ]
(meteorology)
The forecasting of the behavior of atmospheric disturbances by the numerical solution of the governing fundamental equations of hydrodynamics, subject to observed initial conditions. Also known as dynamic forecasting; mathematical forecasting; numerical weather prediction; physical forecasting.
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