synoptic scale

The synoptic scale refers to a weather scale that covers a large area, typically hundreds to thousands of kilometers. It includes significant weather systems like high and low-pressure areas, fronts, and large storm patterns. Meteorologists analyze synoptic-scale weather to understand and predict broader atmospheric conditions, such as temperature, precipitation, and wind patterns, which affect daily weather. By examining satellite imagery and weather maps, they can assess how these large systems interact and evolve over time, helping to provide accurate weather forecasts.