Microsoft has announced significant improvements in its weather prediction models, including forecasting cloud formation and rainfall timing, thanks to the new artificial intelligence models developed by the company.
A few weeks ago, Microsoft announced that its Start weather forecasting team has developed models based on artificial intelligence to enhance the accuracy of weather forecasts for up to 30 days.
The company’s latest announcement includes further enhancements in cloud predictions and rainfall forecasts.
In a post on its official blog, Microsoft announced that the Start team has made improvements to the “instant rain forecast” model globally by the end of 2021.
The company confirmed that this model utilized data from local radar stations and integrated them with satellite data, which was necessary due to the lack of weather radar devices in many parts of the world, as stated by Microsoft.
The company mentioned that the Start team identified flaws in the rain prediction model due to incomplete weather data from satellites.
Microsoft stated that the new model is four times larger than the old model and relies on two common factors for weather prediction using satellite and simulated radar data, helping the model to fill gaps in data more effectively.
The new improvements in weather forecasting models are expected to be beneficial for users worldwide, as these advancements are projected to enhance forecast accuracy, empowering individuals and businesses to plan and make informed decisions based on precise weather predictions.
