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Data dictionary

The ECA dataset contains 12464 series of observations at 3176 meteorological stations throughout Europe and the Mediterranean.

Both blended and non-blended ECA series are available. Blended series are series that are near-complete by infilling from nearby stations. They are also updated using synoptical messages. Only these blended series are further analysed in ECA&D and used for gridding. Details of the blend and update proces are given in the specific FAQ or in Project info > ATBD.

Meta information for the daily series is provided below, both for the blended and non-blended series. The blended series have been tested for homogeneity, which is relevant to assess the quality of each series for climate change research. Meta information for the stations is also provided, including site pictures and land use data if available (first menu item).

 

All series available in the ECA dataset per country

Table of all available stations (ASCII)

Plots of available number of stations per year/element

Data availability maps

Homogeneity maps (only blended series)