ROMS Ocean Circulation Models
Two ROMS (Regional Ocean Modeling System) models encompassing Central and Northern California are currently available; the West Coast ROMS which extends from Canada to Mexico at a resolution of 10 km, and the California ROMS which spans from just north of the CA-Oregon border south to Mexico and has a resolution of 3 km. Both models provide information on sea surface height, water temperature, salinity, and currents. Previously, an additional ROMS model was run at a higher-resolution in Monterey Bay, historical data from this model is available. Additionally, an interactive map display (SCCOOS link) and surfce current animations are available for the 3-km California ROMS data. More detailed information regarding the models and their data products is available through the links below.
Wave Models
Wave height, period and direction forecasts for California coastal waters are generated by the CDIP program. Nowcasts and 5 day forecasts are available at scales ranging from statewide down to individual ports and harbors.
COAMPS Atmospheric Model
COAMPS (Coupled Ocean Atmosphere Mesoscale Prediction System) model nowcasts and forecasts (to 72-hr) of atmospheric conditions are available from the Oregon border to Point Conception. For detailed information about the COAMPS model and available data follow the link below to our COAMPS page.
