Wettervorschau

Wettervorschau is a term used to describe the forecasted weather conditions for a specific location and time period, presented for a general audience. In German-speaking contexts, it commonly refers to the short-term weather segment or outlook provided by media outlets or online services, aiming to summarize upcoming weather in a concise form.

Forecasting basis and content: Wettervorschau relies on numerical weather prediction models, data assimilation, and observational networks, including weather stations, radar, and satellites. A typical Wettervorschau covers parameters such as temperature, precipitation type and probability, cloud cover, wind speed and direction, and visibility. It may indicate the likelihood of events like rain, snow, thunderstorms, or heat, and often includes short-term maps or icons. Short-range forecasts (from hours up to about 48 hours) are generally more reliable than longer-range outlooks, and forecasts are increasingly presented probabilistically to reflect uncertainty.

Dissemination and audience: The Wettervorschau is distributed through television and radio weather segments, online portals, and mobile apps. In many German-speaking countries, public broadcasters, private media, and specialized weather services publish daily and hourly outlooks intended for the general public. The presentation is typically concise, with a focus on practical implications for daily planning, travel, and safety.

Limitations and updates: Weather forecasts are inherently uncertain and subject to change as new data arrive and the atmospheric state evolves. Wettervorschau segments are frequently updated and may offer different levels of detail depending on the outlet and the target audience.