Ocean observations for operational use: Latest update – March 2025

Ocean prediction centres vitally rely on remotely sensed and in-situ ocean observations to be able to produce reliable ocean forecasts. Observation data are used for many purposes within ocean prediction centres, including as input data, either assimilated or non-assimilated, or for model validation. Ocean observation and ocean prediction communities strive to work together closely to understand each others working operations and the requirement for useful ocean observation applications.