This page contains active links to the most recent graphics from output of the Tampa Bay nowcast (real-time) model. Under normal operating conditions these graphics are updated every 12 minutes.
DISCLAIMER: The numerical model products presented by these pages are still undergoing active research and development, and should not be used for navigation or other purposes.
Recent 48 Hour Water Level Comparisons
These plots are comparisons of the nowcast model and PORTS data.
Port Manatee St. Petersburg Old Port Tampa Port Tampa B
Recent 48 Hour Water Velocity Comparisons
These plots are comparisons of the nowcast model and PORTS data.
Recent plots of nowcast fields
currents at -2 meter from surface (std. layer = 2)
currents at surface (sigma layer = 1)
The Tampa Bay Coastal Prediction System was developed by Mark S. Vincent as a component of his Ph.D. research.
For more information contact:
Mark Vincent, vincent@stommel.marine.usf.edu
