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Overview
The work combines data gathering, forecast models, meteorological tools and clear presentation through radio, television or online channels.
In job descriptions, look for forecast data review, specialised weather models, meteorology, climate processes, mathematics, physics, broadcasting, voice work and public communication.
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Weather forecasters work with observation feeds, model output and communication deadlines. A role may combine forecast preparation with live presentation, recorded updates, graphics, online text and rapid changes when conditions shift.
Skills and specializations
Useful depth includes meteorology, forecast models, data processing, mathematics, physics, reviewing forecast data and explaining uncertainty. Broadcast roles also need voice technique, camera confidence and concise public wording.
Salary context
Salary context depends on whether the job is mainly analysis, media presentation, operational shift forecasting, severe-weather communication or model development. Responsibility for live warnings usually changes expectations.
Career paths
Entry often builds from meteorology studies, data analysis, broadcasting support or operational forecasting. Development may move toward senior forecaster, climate analysis, model development, broadcast presenting or weather service coordination.
Good to know
Check forecast horizon, media channel, shift pattern, software tools, graphics work and warning responsibilities. The advert should clarify how much time is spent analysing data compared with presenting forecasts.
Editorial note
This guide gives editorial career context for weather forecasting work. It is not official labour-market statistics or salary data.
Where might this occupation occur?
This occupation may occur in several kinds of economic activity. Here are some examples and other occupations that may be found in the same areas.
All other professional, scientific and technical activities n.e.c.
This is one example. Other occupations in this activity include meteorologist, aviation meteorologist and environmental geologist.
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About this information
The selection is based on how occupations are connected to economic activities in ESCO and NACE. Only a few examples are shown to make the information easier to use. The occupations were selected because they are close in occupation area and important skills. The examples are not a ranking. They do not show where most people work, where demand is highest, or which occupation is best suited to a particular person.
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O*NET relationships
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O*NET relationships: 1
Atmospheric and Space Scientists
19-2021.00
O*NET occupation is broader
The O*NET occupation covers a broader field of work than this ESCO occupation.
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NACE Rev. 2.1
Economic activities linked to this occupation.
74.99All other professional, scientific and technical activities n.e.c.60.2Television programming, broadcasting and video distribution activities60.1Radio broadcasting and audio distribution activities
Alternative labels
meteorology scientist
meteorology researcher
meteorology analyst
meteorology research analyst
meteorology science researcher
operational weather forecaster
weather anchor
senior weather forecaster
numerical weather forecaster
on-line weather forecaster
media weather forecaster
weather presenter
weather forecasters
weather forecast anchor
weather forecast presenter
Occupation group
meteorologist (2112.1)
Source facts
| ESCO URI | http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/0809ea8a-4f77-4351-a7f1-b9a7b99b6c0b |
|---|---|
| ESCO code | 2112.1.3 |
| ISCO group | 2112 |
| Concept type | Occupation |