Using ECMWF’s Forecasts (UEF2024)

This presentation will give a high level overview of recent progress and plans at ECMWF. Particular foci will include recent and forthcoming cycle upgrades, developments in machine learning and plans for the next generation of renalyses.

An overview of the latest advancements and ongoing developments in forecast products from ECMWF NWP systems. This update will highlight the key features of new IFS cycle 49r1 and introduce some product-related topics to be covered later during this UEF2024.

An update is given on ECMWF's forecast performance across lead times and for a range of upper-air and surface parameters. We take a look at how ECMWF is doing relative to other global forecasting centres, identifying specific strengths and weaknesses. The model intercomparison will also include data-driven forecasts such as from the newly developed AIFS, and how these compare to those of...