Representative meteorological observation

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-008520",
  "term": "Representative meteorological observation",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A measurement of an atmospheric variable that accurately reflects the conditions of the surrounding environment or a specific area of interest. This requires careful consideration of sensor placement, exposure, and the spatial variability of the phenomenon being measured. For instance, a temperature reading from an airport weather station should represent the ambient air temperature of the airfield.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/representative-meteorological-observation/"
}