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MONITORING PRECIPITATION AND SNOW COVER USING MULTI-SENSOR SATELLITE AND IN-SITU DATA

Journal: International journal of ecosystems and ecology science (IJEES) (Vol.4, No. 2)

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Page : 293-300

Keywords : Satellite Remote Sensing; Snow Cover; Precipitation; Rain Gauges;

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Abstract

In-situ measurements of surface precipitation and snow cover although accurate locally, are often inadequate for mapping at large scales. Satellite remote sensing is considered less accurate than in-situ measurements, but complements in-situ data with more frequent views and much improved spatial coverage. The main goal of this study is to demonstrate the utility of multi-sensor satellite imagery in concert with in-situ and other ancillary data for improved winter weather monitoring and assessment. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)’s rainfall and snow cover products are presented, followed by a case study of a significant winter rain event over Northern Albania and the surrounding areas.

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