Weather Prediction Center (WPC)

The Weather Prediction Center (WPC) is a specialized division of the National Weather Service that focuses on forecasting and analyzing weather patterns across the United States, particularly for medium-range to longer-term periods (days to a week ahead). It provides detailed outlooks on precipitation, storm systems, and temperature trends, helping inform public safety, transportation, and emergency planning. By using sophisticated models, satellite data, and meteorological expertise, the WPC offers critical guidance to government agencies, emergency services, and media to prepare for and respond to weather events.