Weather Glossary

Key Weather Data Components

Understanding weather terminology is essential for accurate wildfire risk assessment and operational decision-making. The weather conditions that drive wildfire behavior—wind speed and direction, temperature, humidity, and atmospheric stability—require precise interpretation to support effective planning and response.

This glossary defines the meteorological terms and metrics used throughout the platform. Whether you're analyzing hourly forecasts, interpreting historical weather patterns, or evaluating real-time conditions during an active incident, these definitions provide the technical foundation needed to understand how weather data translates into wildfire risk.