Grids

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-001194",
  "term": "Grids",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "1) Squared off areas across the terrain used to define forecast areas. Often 5x5 or 2.5x2.5 kilometer in size.\n\n2) Digitial forecast databases for meteorological elements, including temperature, wind direction, wind speed and others. Computer programs read these databases to create worded and graphical forecast products used by the public and others.",
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/grids/"
}