Weather and Climate: Applications of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence, Volume 13 provides a comprehensive exploration of machine learning in the context of weather forecasting and climate research. Sections begin with an introduction to the fundamentals and statistical tools of machine learning and an overview of various machine learning models. Emulation and machine learning of sub-grid scale parametrizations are discussed, along with the application of AI/ML in weather forecasting and climate models. Next, the book delves into the concept of explainable AI (XAI) methods for understanding ML and AI models, as well as the use of generative AI in climate research.

The book explores the interface of data assimilation and machine learning for weather forecasting, showcasing case studies of machine learning applied to environmental monitoring data. Final sections look ahead to the future of ML and AI in climate and weather-related research, providing references for further reading. This comprehensive guide offers valuable insights into the intersection of machine learning, artificial intelligence, and atmospheric science, highlighting the potential for innovation and advancement in weather and climate research.

• Provides a concise, singular resource for understanding machine learning and fundamental statistical tools relevant to weather and climate modeling
• Examines state-of-the-art AI and ML approaches and their implementation in weather and climate, with extensive Python and Jupyter Notebooks for readers
• Discusses future directions and the latest, most cutting-edge developments and applications of AI and ML to weather and climate science