Pacific Meteorological Desk & Partnership

Training and Guidance

There are multiple opportunities for training in data management and analysis, the use of software tools, producing tailored climate information and delivering fit-for-purpose climate services. National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHSs) climate staff can track these opportunities using the websites shown below.

In addition, key WMO and other guidance material for the provision of effective climate services is listed here.

Training Opportunities

The annual Pacific Islands Climate Outlook Forum (PICOF) includes a training day for NMHSs climate staff. This day includes presentations on the latest guidance, data, tools and products for improving climate forecasts in the Pacific region. Training on the use of PI-RCC products is also held at every PICOF.

Also, the following websites are regularly updated with upcoming events in the region, including training sessions and workshops:

Guidance Material

**WMO Guide to Climatological Practices**

**WMO Guidance on Good Practices for Climate Services User Engagement**

**Step-by-step Guidelines for Establishing a National Framework for Climate Services**

**Climate Services for Supporting Climate Change Adaptation**

**WMO Guidelines on Multi-hazard Impact-based Forecast and Warning Services**

**WMO Guidelines on the Calculation of Climate Normals**

**Guidelines on Quality Management in Climate Services**

Node Lead: SPREP

Consortium members: NOAA, SPC, UPNG, BoM, NIWA, CSIRO