View Tab

WRF NetCDF datasets can be opened under QGIS > Layers > Add Layer > Add WRF NetCDF Layer.... Variables included in WRF NetCDF datasets are shown as a list in the View tab. The time slider at the end of the list of variables provide a fast way to slice through different time stamps. For variables that include vertical levels, the Vertical Level dropdown menu will become selectable.

View Tab

Integration with wrf-python

We currently provide the following additional features using wrf-python:

  • Vertical Interpolation of Variables
  • Generation of Derived Variables

Vertical Interpolation of Variables

Currently we offer integration with the vertical interpolation functions provided by wrf-python. Vertical interpolation options can be selected by selecting the variable name and enabling the Interpolate Vertical Level check-box.

Generation of Derived Variables

The following variables are derived using wrf-python:

Variable Name Description
AVO Absolute Vorticity
DBZ Radar Reflectivity
ETH Equivalent Potential Temperature
GEOPT Geopotential for Mass Grid
HELICITY Storm Relative Helicity
MDBZ Maximum Radar Reflectivity
Omega
PVO Potential Vorticity
PW Precipitable Water
RH Relative Humidity
RH2 Relative Humidity at 2 m
SLP Sea Level Pressure
TC Temperature
TD Dew Point Temperature
TD2 Dew Point Temperature at 2 m
TH Potential Temperature
TH2 Potential Temperature at 2 m
TK Temperature
TV Virtual Temperature
TWB Wet Bulb Temperature
UA U-component of Wind on Mass Points
VA V-component of Wind on Mass Points
WA W-component of Wind on Mass Points
Z Model Hight