Model Validation

We monitor the performance of our Northeast Atlantic Operational Model by performing routine validation against real-world measurements. Validation allows us to quickly identify problems in the model as well as increasing our understanding of the model's abilities and limitations. It also helps us to fine-tune the model for optimal performance. We calculate quantitative model skill metrics such as the correlation coefficient (r) between measured and modelled parameters, and the rms error. We are currently using data from the following sources for validation: Argo floats; Microwave sea surface temperature; Irish National Tide Gauge Network; and Irish Marine Weather Buoy Network.

ARGO
Difference(delta) is Model minus Argo profile.
Green table row denotes IMI float.
  

 

 

In this section:

Ocean Model Simulations
European COastal-shelf sea OPerational observing and forecasting system (ECOOP)
Wave Forecasts
Irish National Tide Gauge Network
Oceanographic Data Management
Equipment Pool
Introduction to Oceanography
Ocean Forecast
Wave Modelling
Irish Marine Weather Buoy Network