NEXRAD Level II Radar Data
Level II NWS NEXRAD WSR-88D radar data are available from NSF Unidata. Level II data are the digital radial base data (Reflectivity, Mean Radial Velocity, and Spectrum Width) and Dual Polarization variables (Differential Reflectivity, Correlation Coefficient, and Differential Phase) output from the signal processor in the Radar Data Acquisition unit.
Data Capabilities
| Remote Data Access | Data Coverage | Display & Analysis Options | |||||||
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| LDM Feedtype1 | McIDAS ADDE | TDS | Short-Term Archive | Regional | National | Global | GEMPAK | IDV | McIDAS |
| NEXRAD2 (FT28, CRAFT, NEXRD2) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
1 See a complete list of LDM feed types
Ancillary Data
- Unidata IDD Data Streams Containing Radar Products
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NWS WSR-88D Level II Data Information
Description
The NWS Radar Operations Center provides information about the NWS WSR-88D Level II Data collection and distribution network.
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WSR-88D Interface Control Document
Description
The Interface Control Document for the Level II data prepared by the WSR-88D Radar Operations Center.
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Radar Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Description
Weather Underground has provided a Radar Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) as a guide to understanding weather radar products.
Questions About NEXRAD Level II Radar Data?
Questions or comments about NEXRAD Level II data can be sent to: support@unidata.ucar.edu.