Get Using The New Ishd Format Meteorological Data In The Lakes

This guide provides a clear and comprehensive overview of how to fill out the Using The New ISHD Format Meteorological Data In The Lakes form online. By following the outlined steps, users can successfully navigate the information required for accurate meteorological data entry.

Follow the steps to complete the form accurately.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to access and retrieve the form for completion.
2. Once the form is open, begin by extracting the data in the delimited/abbreviated format as specified. Ensure that the relevant fields for data entry are clearly identified.
3. Open the extracted data in an Excel spreadsheet. Utilize the Text Import Wizard to select 'Fixed Width' to separate the date and time components accurately.
4. In the Text Import Wizard's second step, manually set the column breaks for year, month, day, hour, and minute to ensure data is organized appropriately before clicking 'Finish'.
5. Replace any asterisks that represent missing data with a numeric code. Use the Edit > Replace function or the Ctrl-H shortcut to replace '~*' with '9'.
6. Convert the sky cover data into its numeric equivalent. Replace character indicators such as CLR, SCT, BKN, and OVC with their respective numeric values (0, 3, 7, 10).
7. Prepare to convert the Excel file into the SAMSON format by opening RAMMET View and selecting the option to import data from Excel.
8. Save the new SAMSON format file with the appropriate naming convention and extension (.sam) after selecting the correct import configurations.
9. Complete the Station Information and Data Fields tabs, ensuring all fields are filled accurately, including missing indicators and units for each parameter described.
10. Finalize the process by clicking 'Import'. This will create a SAMSON file that can be utilized in both PCRAMMET and AERMET.

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