1. Short and Long Term Forecasting

2. Short-term forecasts Most accurate and detailed
Used to observe weather and compare from 1-2 days before

3. Digital Forecast Relies on numerical data
Main method used by meteorologists today
Highly dependent
More details, better forecast

4. Analog Forecasts Compares current weather patterns to past patterns
Look for similarities
Useful for monthly/seasonal forecasts

5. Long-term forecasts Less reliable Many factors, complicated scenarios
Accuracy declines with time
Based on patterns or cycles