NEWS
08 May 2013
Satellite measurements show hidden water content of snow
As spring arrives, many people are generally interested in the snow vanishing. Others are more interested in the water that is stored in the snow layer. Satellite measurements can show the extent and water content of the snow coverage, and where it will melt.
Satellite measurements show hidden water content of snow
10 April 2013
Satellite data provide insight into melting Arctic ice
In September 2012, the smallest ice spread to date in the Arctic was recorded. With data from satellites, scientists at SMHI have analysed changes in the atmosphere, and then compared the conditions for the ice melt in 2012 with 2007, the previous record low for ice spread.
Satellite data provide insight into melting Arctic ice
26 February 2013
Higher temperatures affect intensive rain showers
Higher temperatures affect the conditions for cloud formation and rainfall. Heavy rain showers, such as summer thunderstorms, are influenced more by temperature than rain from larger widespread rain systems. Heavy rain has far-reaching consequences for society, and these could worsen at higher temperatures.
Higher temperatures affect intensive rain showers
07 February 2013
New way of predicting ice on wind turbines
As wind turbines become an increasingly important source of energy, there is a growing need to better predict when ice forms on them and prevents electricity from being produced. A research project at SMHI has developed new methods for projecting ice formation on wind turbines.
New way of predicting ice on wind turbines