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A Global ERA5-based Tropical Cyclone Wind Field Dataset Enhanced by Integrated Parametric Correction Methods.
Gengbin Liu1, Shuailong Jiang2, Minglin Zheng3
1Department of Ocean Science and Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China.
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|August 15, 2025
Summary
This study presents a new high-resolution tropical cyclone (TC) wind field dataset, improving accuracy for storm forecasting and disaster risk assessment. The enhanced dataset better captures TC dynamics compared to existing reanalysis data.
Area of Science:
- Atmospheric Science
- Oceanography
- Meteorology
Background:
- Tropical cyclones (TCs) are destructive weather events impacting atmosphere-ocean interactions and coastal areas.
- Existing reanalysis datasets like ERA5 often underestimate TC peak winds and inner-core structures.
- Accurate, high-resolution TC wind data is crucial for forecasting and risk assessment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a globally applicable, high-resolution TC wind field dataset.
- To improve the accuracy of TC track, wind speed, and structural characteristic representation.
- To provide a valuable resource for TC research and applications.
Main Methods:
- Reconstructed ERA5 data using an integrated parametric correction approach.
- Employed Willoughby adjustment for open-ocean TCs and proportional correction for landfalling TCs.
- Utilized linear interpolation for smooth coastal transitions and validated against multiple observation sources.
Main Results:
- Demonstrated substantial enhancements in the accuracy of reconstructed TC tracks and maximum wind speeds.
- Showcased improved representation of the radius of maximum wind.
- Validated dataset against satellite (SMAP, WindSat), airborne (SFMR), and ground-based data.
Conclusions:
- The new dataset significantly improves the representation of global TC dynamics.
- Offers a valuable resource for advancing TC forecasting and climate modeling.
- Aids in developing more effective disaster resilience strategies.
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