Local Radar
Weather ToolWeather Monitoring / Precipitation Tracking / Storm Detection
/ˈloʊkəl ˈreɪdɑːr/ | Plural: local radars
Noun
Adjective
Weather Expert Tip: Local radar refers to weather radar systems that provide real-time precipitation data for specific geographical areas, essential for accurate weather forecasting.
Noun Definitions
1Weather radar system
The local radar shows heavy rain approaching.
The weather radar system indicates approaching precipitation.
2Radar image display
Check the local radar before your trip.
Review the radar image display before traveling.
3Weather monitoring station
Our city has upgraded its local radar.
Our weather monitoring station has been modernized.
4Precipitation detection system
The local radar detected hail formation.
The precipitation detection system identified hail development.
5Storm tracking tool
Meteorologists rely on local radar.
Weather experts depend on storm tracking tools.
Weather Expert Tip: Local radar data is typically displayed using color codes where different colors represent varying precipitation intensities.
Adjective Definitions
1Related to regional weather monitoring
We need local radar data.
Regional weather monitoring information is required.
2Specific to nearby areas
The local radar coverage extends 100 miles.
The nearby area coverage reaches 100 miles.
3Used for immediate weather analysis
Local radar updates come every 5 minutes.
Immediate weather analysis is refreshed every 5 minutes.
Common Combinations
1Local radar loop
The local radar loop shows storm movement.
Animated radar images display weather system progression.
2Local radar map
Check the local radar map for rain patterns.
Review the precipitation visualization for weather trends.
3Local radar network
The national local radar network provides complete coverage.
The interconnected weather radar system ensures comprehensive monitoring.
4Local radar imagery
Meteorologists analyze local radar imagery.
Weather experts study radar-generated visual data.
Weather Expert Tip: Modern local radar systems often include Doppler technology which can detect wind speed and direction within weather systems.