Forecast

Every day, the MeteOcean Research Group at DICCA delivers high-quality forecasts built on the latest advances in atmospheric, wave, and storm surge modeling.

Our meteorological forecasts are powered by the state-of-the-art WRF-ARW model, a cutting-edge non-hydrostatic mesoscale system. The model domain spans the Western and Central Mediterranean with a 10 km horizontal resolution across 328 × 265 grid points. Boundary and initial conditions are sourced from the CFSR (Climate Forecast System Reanalysis) dataset, offering 0.5° × 0.5° precision across 37 atmospheric levels — ensuring robust, data-driven accuracy.

For ocean wave forecasting, we employ Wavewatch III v6.07, running on an unstructured mesh that adapts seamlessly to the complex geometry of the Mediterranean basin. Resolution varies from 25 km in deep waters to 300 meters along the coast. Hourly updates deliver key wave parameters across the entire grid, complemented by spectral data every three hours at selected strategic locations.

Beyond standard forecasts, we offer tailor-made operational services through knowledge-transfer and cooperation agreements — providing customized, high-resolution solutions designed to meet the specific needs of research, industry, and coastal management partners.