IGRA data policy (rev. 1)

Data use policy

Use of the IGRA data are governed by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) data policy.

World Meteorological Organization Data Policy

The WMO facilitates the free and unrestricted exchange of data and information, products and services in real or near-real time on matters relating to safety and security of society, economic welfare and the protection of the environment.

Resolution 40 (Cg-XII): WMO policy and practice for the exchange of meteorological and related data and products including guidelines on the relationships in commercial meteorological activities.

Dataset identifiers

  • doi:10.7289/V5X63K0Q
  • NCEI DSI 6353_01
  • gov.noaa.ncdc:C00975

Dataset Citation

Durre, Imke; Xungang, Yin; Vose, Russell S.; Applequist, Scott; Arnfield, Jeff. (2016) Integrated Global Radiosonde Archive (IGRA), Version 2. [indicate subset used]. NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information. DOI:10.7289/V5X63K0Q [access date].

Use Constraints

Use liability: NOAA and NCEI cannot provide any warranty as to the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of furnished data. Users assume responsibility to determine the usability of these data. The user is responsible for the results of any application of this data for other than its intended purpose.

Access Constraints

Distribution liability: NOAA and NCEI make no warranty, expressed or implied, regarding these data, nor does the fact of distribution constitute such a warranty. NOAA and NCEI cannot assume liability for any damages caused by any errors or omissions in these data. If appropriate, NCEI can only certify that the data it distributes are an authentic copy of the records that were accepted for inclusion in the NCEI archives.