The Sensor Point Virtual Sensor Point™ on-demand design enables the following features for maximum value to our clients:
High Resolution
Data for all variables is provided hourly (Hour-by-hour time series)
with higher frequency available for private, on-site sensors
Location Precision
Forecast data provided to a geographic location resolution as small as 1 sq. km. Virtual Sensor StationTM historical data standard resolution is 35 km.
Global coverage
Any point site on earth (land or water) may be specified for forecasts. Virtual Sensor StationsTMhave been placed every 35 km. across the globe for detailed history and climate data.
Accuracy
The accuracy of Sensor Point™ forecast data
over NWS (and other vendors) is well documented and is a result of its
application of on-site sensors to ground forecasts at a specific point
and more frequent forecast-data updates (see Compare). The same
precision technology is used to produce the detailed weather history
and climate data.
Easily accessible
Web-based: viewing and delivery in the terms and formats essential for your application in the manner you require.
Automatic, web based data feeds
Web data services and automatic delivery options tuned to the need of the system or device (mobile or fixed) being served.
Support for private stations
Providing maximum forecast accuracy and more frequent forecasting if required.
Customization
Weather Analytics can forecast for additional sensor locations, add
customized weather variables and indices, customized data formats and
develop or consult on development of customized applications.
Maximum Range
Historical files may be requested back to 1978. Standard forecast
data output is 172 hours forward, longer horizons are available by
prior arrangement.
