Synoptic Weather Analysis

Synoptic weather analysis involves studying large-scale weather patterns over a broad area, typically using maps that display features like pressure systems, wind flow, and temperature. Meteorologists examine these maps to identify high and low-pressure zones, fronts, and jet streams, which help predict weather changes. By understanding how these atmospheric patterns interact, they can forecast weather conditions such as storms, rain, or clear skies. Essentially, it’s a big-picture approach to understanding the atmosphere’s current state and predicting what weather is likely to occur in the near future.