Analyse weather forecast

Description

Analyse weather forecasts and the information provided on meteorological conditions, such as wind forces, atmospheric structures, clouds, and visibility. Constantly monitor weather conditions to maintain the validity of the forecast. Provide analyses depending on the requirements of various different industries and service providers. Evaluate routine air observations.

Occupations requiring this skill

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Skill demand overview
  • Essential in 10 occupations
  • Optional in 6 occupations
  • Total: 16 occupations
  • Most common in: ISCO major group 3 (Technicians and associate professionals)

Essential for

  • Maritime instructor
    Maritime instructors teach all those occupationally piloting a boat or a ship, such as skippers and ship captains, how to operate their inland water boats or maritime ships accordi…
  • Weather forecaster
    Weather forecasters gather meteorological data. They predict the weather according to these data. Weather forecasters present these forecasts to the audience via radio, television …
  • Meteorologist
    Meteorologists are scientists who specialize in the study of the Earth's atmosphere, weather patterns, and climatic conditions. They use a combination of scientific principles, obs…
  • Maritime pilot
    Maritime pilots are mariners who guide ships through dangerous or congested waters, such as harbours or river mouths. They are expert ship handlers who possess detailed knowledge o…
  • Aviation meteorologist
    Aviation meteorologists forecast weather conditions in airports. They provide day-to-day, hour-to-hour observations, analysis, forecasts, warnings, and advice to pilots, airport op…
  • Climatologist
    Climatologists study the average change in weather and climate from a long-term perspective. They research and analyse historic weather conditions in order to forecast climatic con…
  • Helicopter pilot
    Helicopter pilots fly helicopters to transport passengers and cargo from one place to another. They plan flights using aeronautical charts and navigation instruments. Before depart…
  • Airline transport pilot
    Airline transport pilots fly large aircrafts with a maximum take-off weight of more than 5700 kilograms, to transport passengers, mail, or freight on long or short-haul flights for…
  • Private pilot
    Private pilots operate non-commercial airplanes for leisure with a limited amount of seats and engine horsepower. They also provide private transport for people. Duties The duties …
  • Coastguard watch officer
    Coastguard watch officers patrol and survey coast and sea regions to prevent accidents, as well as perform search and rescue missions in the event of an emergency. They react …

Optional for

  • Meteorology technician
    Meteorology technicians collect large amounts of meteorological information for weather information users such as aviation companies or meteorological institutions. They operate sp…
  • Deep-sea fishery worker
    Deep-sea fishery workers operate on board fishing vessels to catch deep-sea fish for sale or delivery. They use equipment such as rods and nets to catch deep-sea fish according…
  • Co-pilot
    Co-pilots assist captains by monitoring the flight instruments, handling radio communications, watching for air traffic, and taking over for the pilot as needed. They adhere to the…
  • Mountain guide
    Mountain guides assist visitors, interpret natural heritage and provide information and guidance to tourists on mountain expeditions. They support visitors with activities such as …
  • Train dispatcher
    Train dispatchers ensure the safe and efficient dispatch of the train services. The safety of customers is their main priority. When carrying out train dispatch duties, they check …
  • Astronaut
    Astronauts are crew members commanding spacecrafts for operations beyond low Earth orbit or higher than the regular altitude reached by commercial flights. They orbit the Earth in …

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Last updated on February 19, 2026

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