AI Weather Forecasting
Shaping the future of artificial intelligence & machine learning in weather forecasting… from space.
Our cutting-edge AI and market-leading satellite data are reshaping weather forecasting.
The AI revolution is led by those with access to vast and exclusive datasets. Our fully deployed satellite constellation and world-class data assimilation systems are ready. Spire stands at the forefront of the AI-driven transformation.
Unique data-driven meteorology
Our innovative use of Radio Occultation (RO) data and proprietary data assimilation capabilities is setting new standards for accuracy and reliability in weather prediction, paving the way for a more weather-resistant and climate-resilient world. As AI models become universally accessible, the focus shifts to data — the ultimate source of AI’s insight and innovation.
Radio occultation data assimilation
Under-observed areas worldwide
Differentiated initial conditions grids
Global soil moisture
Ocean winds
AI Ensemble Weather Model (AI-WX):
Discover AI-WX, a cutting-edge AI-driven ensemble weather model from Spire that delivers operational forecasts with unmatched efficiency and scale. Built to empower industries with actionable weather insights, this model sets a new standard for short- and medium-term planning.
- Pioneering operational AI weather forecasting: As one of the first fully operational AI ensemble models, AI-WX generates new forecasts every six hours, providing real-time insights ahead of the curve and powered by Spire’s advanced data assimilation, including proprietary Radio Occultation (RO) data.
- Extended forecasts with precision: Surpassing traditional 15-day models, AI-WX extends predictions up to 20 days at a detailed 0.25° resolution (~25 km grid), offering global scalability and accuracy.
- Efficiency through AI innovation: Leveraging Microsoft Aurora and NVIDIA GPU acceleration, AI-WX delivers faster, more cost-effective forecasts than traditional physics-based models.
- Industry-tailored solutions: With 30 ensemble members enhancing probabilistic accuracy, AI-WX supports energy trading, logistics, agriculture, and utilities for smarter decision-making.
Sub-Seasonal AI Model (AI-S2S):
Introducing AI-S2S, Spire’s proprietary sub-seasonal to seasonal forecasting model, designed and trained in house on Spire’s satellite data to tackle the complexities of long-range forecasts. This first-to-market solution empowers businesses with extended, actionable weather intelligence up to 45 days out.
- Groundbreaking in-house AI development: Unlike competitors, AI-S2S is entirely built by Spire, using exclusive data assimilation and avoiding reliance on external models for a truly unique approach.
- Long-term forecasting leadership: Extending predictions up to 45 days, AI-S2S leverages daily weather statistics during training to better capture complex weather patterns, outpacing traditional models in range and reliability.
- Advanced probabilistic power: Featuring 200 ensemble members, AI-S2S sets a new benchmark for long-range forecasting, delivering distilled weather regimes for energy, agriculture, and financial markets.
- First mover in sub-seasonal AI: As the only operational AI-based sub-seasonal model at scale, AI-S2S provides tailored, actionable insights that reduce complexity and drive strategic planning.
Revolutionizing AI weather forecasting & deep learning weather prediction
Our satellite constellation is equipped with state-of-the-art RO technology, delivering thousands of vertical profiles including temperature, pressure, humidity and more, every day. Spire’s unparalleled global coverage, especially in under-observed areas, is integral to our mission of building a climate-resilient world.
Enhanced forecasting capabilities
Enhanced forecasting capabilities
Using AI weather models and Spire’s unique RO data, we produce differentiated sub-seasonal forecasts. Our fast model runs allow ensembles with detailed probability distributions for more informed decision-making.
Timely decision-making insights
Timely decision-making insights
Our capability to generate hundreds of forecasts every hour offers a significant advantage in financial, hedging, and trading markets, providing timely and precise information for critical decisions.
Foundational models for specific parameters
Foundational models for specific parameters
We are developing specialized models that predict key weather parameters such as ocean waves, fire risk, and solar radiation, enhancing our understanding of environmental conditions.
Facilitating informed climate decisions
Navigating the complexities of a changing climate requires innovative solutions. Our state-of-the-art technology and exclusive data play a pivotal role in enhancing the accuracy of weather forecasts. This empowers our clients to proactively adapt to the ever-changing climate landscape, ensuring they are well-equipped to make informed decisions in the face of environmental uncertainties.
Delivering differentiated weather forecasts
Our commitment is to provide advanced forecast products, including rapidly updating global forecasts, large ensemble systems, and generative AI downscaling models. These capabilities significantly enhance our core products such as the DeepVision™ weather risk mitigation platform, maritime route optimization, and renewable energy power forecasts, offering our customers in various sectors unprecedented forecast accuracy and extended lead times.
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Customer testimonials
Our weather data making an impact in the real world
“The volume of data, flexibility and support we get from Spire’s weather team is unmatched. We are thrilled to be working with industry leaders as we continue to innovate and build toward a greener, more sustainable future.”
Luc Terral
Co-founder – BluePulse
“The Spire Weather Forecast excels for open ocean weather forecast accuracy. The level of development and speed of innovation that Spire is putting into its models continues to impress us.”
Nick Olsen
Marketing & Business Development Manager – Predictwind
“Weather routing has the potential to drive greater efficiency and emissions reduction as open-ocean conditions greatly impact performance. Partnering with Spire Weather puts genuinely market leading data into the hands of more users allowing them to enhance vessel performance.”
Søren Meyer
CEO – ZeroNorth
