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The study examines the ability of a forecasting model to predict atmospheric phenomena related to cloud formation.

February 5, 2026

The prediction of low-level mesoscale convergence lines over northeastern Australia

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The study examines the ability of a forecasting model to predict atmospheric phenomena related to cloud formation.
Utilized a nested version of the Bureau of Meteorology's Limited Area Prediction System (LAPS)
Conducted case studies focusing on long westward-moving convective and wave-cloud lines
Analyzed the model's skill in predicting low-level convergence lines associated with cloud phenomena.
The model demonstrated considerable skill in forecasting convergence lines in most examined cases
Predictions remained effective even when deep convection originated along the convergence lines.

Resumen

The prediction of thermally forced atmospheric circulations over the Gulf of Carpentaria region of northeastern Australia is investigated using a nested version of the Bureau of Meteorology's Limited Area Prediction System (LAPS). The region is renowned for the common occurrence there of long westward-moving convective and wave-cloud lines, including the celebrated 'morning glory' phenomenon. In a series of case studies we investigate the capability of LAPS to predict the lowlevel convergence lines that appear to initiate and maintain the cloud lines. In most of the cases examined, the model showed considerable skill in forecasting the convergence line, even when deep convection formed along it.

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