Lightship code

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-006958",
  "term": "Lightship code",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A system of numerical codes and signals used historically for transmitting weather observations from a lightship to shore stations or other vessels. The code condensed data on wind direction and speed, barometric pressure, sea state, visibility, and temperature into a concise format for radio or visual transmission. This system was part of the international framework for marine weather reporting before being superseded by more modern, automated formats.",
  "see_also": [
    "ship synoptic code"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/lightship-code/"
}