ilmakehässä

Ilmakehässä is a Finnish research facility and weather radar station located in Sodankylä, Lapland. The facility, which translates to "weather dome" in English, is owned by the Finnish Meteorological Institute and has been in operation since the 1960s.

Ilmakehässä is a key location for weather forecasting and atmospheric research in Finland. The facility operates a phased array radar system, which provides detailed information on wind patterns, precipitation, and other atmospheric phenomena. This data is used to improve weather forecasting models and provide critical information to the aviation industry, as well as to emergency responders and the general public.

In addition to its weather radar capabilities, Ilmakehässä is also involved in various research projects related to the atmosphere and climate. The facility's research focus includes the study of Northern Hemisphere atmospheric circulation patterns, the effects of climate change on weather patterns, and the development of new radar technologies.

Ilmakehässä is also a popular location for educational and public outreach activities. Visitors can participate in guided tours of the facility, learn about weather forecasting and radar technology, and even try their hand at operating the radar system.

The information obtained at Ilmakehässä is transmitted to the European Organisation for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites (EUMETSAT) and other European meteorological centers, allowing for collaborative research and improved weather forecasting across the continent. The facility's research efforts contribute significantly to our understanding of the Earth's atmosphere and its associated climate systems.