Layer Composite Reflectivity Maximum
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-001519
This WSR-88D radar product displays the maximum reflectivities for a layer. Data is taken from all elevation angles contained in a given layer for each grid box. It is available for 3 layers (low, mid, high). Currently, the low layer extends from the surface to 24,000 feet, the mid layer extends from 24,000 feet to 33,000 feet, and high layer extends above 33,000 feet. It is used to aid in determining storm intensity trends by comparing mid level layer composite products with a low level elevation angle base reflectivity product and aid in routing air traffic.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-001519 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| References | NWS Glossary |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-MET-001519",
"term": "Layer Composite Reflectivity Maximum",
"field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
"definition": "This WSR-88D radar product displays the maximum reflectivities for a layer. Data is taken from all elevation angles contained in a given layer for each grid box. It is available for 3 layers (low, mid, high). Currently, the low layer extends from the surface to 24,000 feet, the mid layer extends from 24,000 feet to 33,000 feet, and high layer extends above 33,000 feet. It is used to aid in determining storm intensity trends by comparing mid level layer composite products with a low level elevation angle base reflectivity product and aid in routing air traffic.",
"references": [
"NWS Glossary"
],
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/layer-composite-reflectivity-maximum/"
}
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