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International synoptic code

Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-006610

A standardized numerical code used for transmitting meteorological observations from surface stations and upper-air soundings across international networks. This code allows for efficient and unambiguous communication of weather data, including temperature, pressure, humidity, wind, and cloud conditions. It is regularly updated by the World Meteorological Organization to accommodate new observational capabilities.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-MET-006610
FieldMeteorology and atmospheric science
Synonymssynoptic code
Record as JSON
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  "term": "International synoptic code",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A standardized numerical code used for transmitting meteorological observations from surface stations and upper-air soundings across international networks. This code allows for efficient and unambiguous communication of weather data, including temperature, pressure, humidity, wind, and cloud conditions. It is regularly updated by the World Meteorological Organization to accommodate new observational capabilities.",
  "synonyms": [
    "synoptic code"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/international-synoptic-code/"
}

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