- Microsoft’s AI model, Aurora, revolutionizes weather forecasting with high-resolution predictions based on a million hours of geophysical data.
- Aurora outperformed all operational forecasting centers, accurately predicting hurricane formations and trajectories better than traditional meteorological methods.
- The model operates at significantly lower costs, making advanced environmental forecasts accessible to broader communities worldwide.
- Aurora demonstrates superior performance in various applications, including air quality and ocean wave predictions, while being highly efficient and rapid in generating forecasts.
- Future developments aim for Aurora to utilize observational data directly, enhancing prediction capabilities for extreme weather events and broadening its application beyond meteorology.