Another version of an animated wind map

Winydy map
Screen grab from Windyty map

In 2012 we wrote about an animated wind map at hint.fm which has lines that move in the direction of the wind, and the speed of the moving lines varies depending on the actual wind speed. Now another source, Windyty map, has developed a version that has additional features.  If you zoom in, borders, cities, and weather stations appear.  Overlays allow viewing of clouds, temperature, pressure and humidity.  Surface winds are shown by default, but winds at altitude can also be displayed.  A time slider allows the viewing of predicted conditions.

The hint.fm map seems to show the wind over land better than the the Windyty map, but it does not have the additional layers, or the predicted winds. These maps could be useful for wildland firefighters and pilots.

Thanks and a tip of the hat go out to Robert.

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Author: Bill Gabbert

After working full time in wildland fire for 33 years, he continues to learn, and strives to be a Student of Fire.

2 thoughts on “Another version of an animated wind map”

  1. I have been watching this website since I saw it first here and while it looks like it will be very helpful in showing over all wind directions I am wondering how well it sows the local winds that are encountered in various area and very greatly affect fire behavior in local areas. Can anyone shed light on this

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