Marine Meteorology : An Introduction

Marine Meteorology is designed as a cross-disciplinary science that studies, applies, and explains the unique nature of the atmosphere at sea, and how these weather conditions impact everything from marine transportation to coastal communities. This book is for senior undergraduate, graduate students, and professionals in related fields.

Earth's surface is 71% water, and the ocean plays a critical role in shaping global weather patterns and climate systems. Many weather disturbances start over Earth’s land area but are greatly modified by the ocean. This book provides a comprehensive exploration of marine meteorology, examining the complex interactions between the atmosphere and ocean that drive weather at sea. This interdisciplinary text bridges meteorology, oceanography, and ocean engineering to explain the fundamental principles governing atmospheric behavior in marine environments and their far-reaching impacts on maritime operations, coastal infrastructure, and marine ecosystems. It includes real world examples and problems throughout reinforcing core concepts of phenomena unique to the marine boundary layer. FeaturesExplains the theories, practices, and complexities of weather over the marine environment. Provides highly quantitative coverage of weather and ocean phenomena from the Arctic to the tropics. Integrates discussions and examples of long-standing traditional approaches to basic weather fundamentals with high-quality satellite data. Explains meteorological analysis focused on the atmospheric components utilizing the most recent datasets. Draws on the author’s latest research in the field and his vast teaching experience. Features case studies and questions at the end of each chapter. Designed for upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses, this primary textbook equips students in meteorology, oceanography, ocean engineering, and related fields with essential knowledge for understanding and predicting weather in the marine environment. Professionals from such areas can also use this book as an insightful resource for weather phenomena understanding and forecasting.