Prospects for Application of Ground-based Microwave Radiometry for Analysis of Atmospheric Fronts and Early Prediction of Severe Weather Events

Abstract— A brief description of the method of ground-based microwave radiometry for retrieving the characteristics of atmospheric moisture content is given. The results are reported of experimental studies of the integrated water vapor and cloud liquid water content using ground-based microwave radiometers, in particular, during the development of severe weather events associated with the development of convective clouds and thunderstorms. The capabilities are discussed of microwave radiometry in improving the diagnosis of the synoptic and mesoscale structure of atmospheric fronts. The prospects are considered for using radiophysical facilities of the Mozhaisky Military Space Academy Geophysical Observatory for experimental studies of the atmosphere, clouds, and precipitation in the Leningrad region, which are aimed at improving methods for forecasting severe weather events associated with the development of convective clouds, thunderstorms, and precipitation.