Documentation:

Bufkit 4 Overview Briefing - Powerpoint made by Ed Mahoney of the WDTB.

Strengths and Weakness of P-type Algorithms - Jobsheet supplied by NWS that uses Bufkit, included in the zip file.

Strengths and Weakness of P-type Algorithms Part 2 - Excellent explanation of the Bourgouin P-type algorithm and partial thickness thresholds!

Snowfall Forecasting - Jobsheet supplied by NWS that uses Bufkit, included in the zip file.

Using Bufkit to Visualize Precipitation Amount and Type - Powerpoint presentation from the WDTB Winter Weather Workshop on July 23, 2003.

Using Bufkit to Diagnose Winter Weather - Powerpoint presentation given by Rich Kinney (NWS Des Moines) on using bufkit, at the Central IA NWA meeting 12-5-07

Using BUFKIT to Display and Analyze Meteorological Data - Powerpoint presentation prepared by Sean Nolan and Scott Jackson for the 2005 National Air Quality Conference.

Correlations Between Observed Snowfall and NAM Forecast Parameters : Part 2 - Thermodynamic Considerations - Powerpoint presentation prepared by Michael Jurewicz Sr. Provides correlations between omega and max snowfall.

A Simple Physically Based Snowfall Algorithm - Dan Cobb (MIC at NWS GRR) and Jeff Waldstreicher developed a top-down algorithm for determining precip-type utilizing Bufkit data files. Profiles are sent to a perl script and posted online thanks to Rob Dale. Local sites include Des Moines, Mason City, Ottumwa, Davenport, Sioux Falls, and Omaha.

Bufkit Case Studies - Case Studies provided by the Buffalo NWS. Save these into your archives for quick reference!

Updated 22 February 2008