USA Radar
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Hi The USA radar data appears to use the composite version of the MRMS data. Is it possible the hybrid scan version could be used instead as this removes virga and also makes features like hook echoes clearer.
Tim
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Hi @uktim32, yes, current radar source for US is composite from MRMS data.
Regarding hybrid scan, do You mean this product? -
Yes that's the one.
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@uktim32
From what the short description, it is reflectivity only at lowest vertical level (not composite reflectivity from all levels). This probably explains why hook echoes are clearer (as they, as far as I know, form quite close to the ground). But it omits information from higher scans and thus might make some high-reflectivity formations look invisible. What do You think? -
@Filip_K I think having definition of the reflectivity especially being able to see features such as hook echoes are more beneficial. Reflectivity that doesn't reach the surface I don't see the point in it being displayed. Most people use radar to see where precipitation is falling, if you go outside and it's dry buy your radar app is showing light rain then technically it's not really doing the job the average user wants as it's showing one thing when infact another is happening.
Personally I'm also a storm chaser so I prefer advanced features so even from a more advanced users perspective higher detail is what I'd want so again the hybrid scan option IMO is the better one to use.
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@uktim32
Understood. But also keep in mind that many of our users are pilots who are also interested in weather phenomena aloft. -
The vast majority will be weather enthusiasts who are only concerned about the surface. Perhaps it could be a premium option to chose your preference? I'm not a premium user yet although it's good that there's a community for suggestions. This is the sort of thing that even if it's a premium option would then make me upgrade. WSV3 although a windows only software has that option.
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@Filip_K czy dostaliście nowy radar z Polski Góra Sw Anny ? Od dzisaj pracuje już oficjalnie
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Hi @przemo1986, it is already being used and displayed
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IDK, if I should create a new suggestion for this, but it is related to USA Radar (really all radar when zoomed to a continental scale).
Is it possible to only show the stronger intensity portions of a storm when viewing a large area? I watch the USA radar, & generally only zoom in when I see NWS alerts or interested in more localized details. Having the option to see only where there are storms above a specific intensity would be desired. If there is a workaround, please educate me! Multiple layer overlays might provide a similar effect.
I second uktim32's suggestion about having an option to see more detail in the lower altitudes. Maybe, using the altitude slider, to change radar types?
Thanks!!!
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@TrWxMan your best bet would be to create your own colour table making all reflectivities lower than say 40dbz a neutral grey that is the same as the background map. Obviously it would be permanently like this if you did that.
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@uktim32 Thanks! I'll take a look.
