Brittany Gibson

Meteorologists (or atmospheric scientists) monitor current weather conditions and make weather forecasts These scientists study the Earth’s air pressure, temperature, humidity, and wind velocity Their data comes from weather satellites, radars, sensors, and stations in many parts of the world Meteorologists use sophisticated computer models of the world’s atmosphere to make long- term, short-term, and local-area forecasts Meteorologists generally work 40 hours a week

Armed services personnel may be trained on the job A bachelor’s degree in meteorology, or in closely related field with courses in metrology, is the minimum requirement A master’s degree is necessary for some positions A Ph.D. degree is required for most teaching and basic research positions

They apply physical and mathematical relationships to make short-range and long- range weather forecasts

ANYWHERE About 34% of meteorologists are employed by the Federal Government, with most of these working in the National Weather Service

Median annual wages - $81,290 Middle 50% - $55,140-$101,340 Lowest 10% - $38,990 Highest 10% - $127,100 Average (employed by Federal Government) - $93,661

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