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Re: RUC sounding info

Posted By: Stan Benjamin
Date: 23-August-10 1818Z

In Response To: RUC sounding info (Danelle Botes)

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Hello Danelle,

On Question #1, yes, use the .inv file and look for the needed variable ID. Never assume that a given field will always be in the same position in a GRIB file with lots of fields. This principle is true for all NCEP models, not just the RUC.

On Question #2, as you now know, CAPE/CIN in the RUC (and NAM and GFS) currently do not use *virtual* temperature in the calculation. NCEP is considering making this modification in the future, and it will be discussed in a much wider forum before making such a change.

Stan B.

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RUC sounding info -- Danelle Botes -- 20-August-10 2159Z
ADMIN! Re: RUC sounding info -- Stan Benjamin -- 23-August-10 1818Z

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