NASA | First Global Rainfall and Snowfall Map from New Mission

The video discusses a new data set from the Global Precipitation Measurement (GPM) team, which provides high-resolution precipitation data every 30 minutes. George Huffman, the deputy project scientist for GPM, explains the challenges of measuring precipitation under clouds and highlights the seasonal differences in precipitation patterns between hemispheres. The video also explores the unique precipitation patterns in the Southern Ocean and the interconnected nature of global precipitation, emphasizing how local rainfall can impact weather patterns across the globe.

What is the spatial resolution of the new data set provided by the global precipitation measurement team?

• 15 kilometers by 15 kilometers

• 10 kilometers by 10 kilometers

• 20 kilometers by 20 kilometers

• 5 kilometers by 5 kilometers

Who is George Huffman in relation to the GPM mission?

• The project manager

• The data analyst

• The lead scientist

• The deputy project scientist

What makes measuring precipitation under clouds more challenging than creating cloud maps?

• The interference from land masses

• The complexity of algorithms required

• The need for higher spatial resolution

• The lack of data from the Southern Hemisphere

Which ocean is highlighted for its unique weather patterns due to minimal land interference?

• The Arctic Ocean

• The Indian Ocean

• The Southern Ocean

• The Pacific Ocean

How does local precipitation potentially affect global weather patterns?

• It only affects the equatorial regions

• It can influence weather across continents

• It has no significant impact

• It only affects nearby regions