The Navigating screen is divided into 7 different maps, as described below:
6.10.1 – Wave Height
6.10.2 – Wave Period
6.10.3 – Peak Wave Period
6.10.4 – Ocean Currents
6.10.5 – Salinity
6.10.6 – Surface Temperature
Below, we will discuss each of the maps in detail.
6.10.1 – Wave Height
These maps show the significant wave height, swell height, and wind wave height in meters (m) with colors as indicated in the map legend. Additionally, wave direction is indicated by arrows.
The Wave Height map (Nº1) illustrates the different wave heights, using different colors on the map (Nº2). Figure 6.10.1A below shows how the Wave Height map is presented on the platform.
Figure 6.10.1A – Wave Height Map
Hovering over the map will display the different wave height values (Nº3) for the selected date. If the user prefers, the map values can be compared to the legend (Nº4), which is located in the bottom left corner of the screen. The time selector bar (Nº5) will show the different available dates for checking forecasts for the selected region. If the user needs to adjust the image zoom on the screen, they can use the preset Zoom options bar (Nº6), which is located in the upper right corner of the screen.
6.10.2 – Wave Period
These maps show the period of swells and wind waves, respectively, with the colors indicated in the map legend. The swell and wind wave period is expressed in seconds (s).
The Wave Period map (Nº1) illustrates the different wave periods, using different colors on the map (Nº2). Figure 6.10.2A below shows how the Wave Period map is presented on the platform.
Figure 6.10.2A – Wave Period Map
Hovering over the map will display the different wave period values (Nº3) for the selected date. If the user prefers, the map values can be compared to the legend (Nº4), which is located in the bottom left corner of the screen. The time selector bar (Nº5) will show the different available dates for checking forecasts for the selected region. If the user needs to adjust the image zoom on the screen, they can use the preset Zoom options bar (Nº6), which is located in the upper right corner of the screen.
6.10.3 – Peak Wave Period
The peak wave period (in seconds) is defined as the period of the wave with the most energy in the total wave spectrum at a specific point. In the menu, you can choose between two peak wave period maps for wind waves and swells. Wind-wave-dominated regimes generally have shorter peak wave periods, while swell-dominated regimes usually have longer peak wave periods.
The Peak Wave Period map (Nº1) illustrates the different peak wave periods, using different colors on the map (Nº2). Figure 6.10.3A below shows how the Peak Wave Period map is presented on the platform.
Figure 6.10.3A – Peak Wave Period Map
Hovering over the map will display the different peak wave period values (Nº3) for the selected date. If the user prefers, the map values can be compared to the legend (Nº4), which is located in the bottom left corner of the screen. The time selector bar (Nº5) will show the different available dates for checking forecasts for the selected region. If the user needs to adjust the image zoom on the screen, they can use the preset Zoom options bar (Nº6), which is located in the upper right corner of the screen.
6.10.4 – Ocean Currents
These maps show the speed and direction of ocean currents at a given time. The current speed is shown in kilometers per hour (km/h), and directions are indicated by arrows. Ocean currents are of great importance for the transport of matter (dissolved solids and gases) and energy (in the form of heat).
The Ocean Currents map (Nº1) illustrates the speeds and directions of ocean currents, using different colors on the map (Nº2). Figure 6.10.4A below shows how the Ocean Currents map is presented on the platform.
Figure 6.10.4A – Ocean Currents Map
Hovering over the map will display the different ocean current speed values (Nº3) for the selected date. If the user prefers, the map values can be compared to the legend (Nº4), which is located in the bottom left corner of the screen. The time selector bar (Nº5) will show the different available dates for checking forecasts for the selected region. If the user needs to adjust the image zoom on the screen, they can use the preset Zoom options bar (Nº6), which is located in the upper right corner of the screen.
6.10.5 – Salinity
These maps show the salinity of the sea at a given time in grams per kilogram (g/kg). Where a lot of fresh water flows into the oceans, salinity is low, for example, near glaciers and river mouths. In regions with little precipitation but high evaporation, such as the Mediterranean or the Red Sea, salinity is high.
The Salinity map (Nº1) illustrates the different salinities of the oceans, using different colors on the map (Nº2). Figure 6.10.5A below shows how the Salinity map is presented on the platform.
Figure 6.10.5A – Salinity Map
Hovering over the map will display the different ocean salinity values (Nº3) for the selected date. If the user prefers, the map values can be compared to the legend (Nº4), which is located in the bottom left corner of the screen. The time selector bar (Nº5) will show the different available dates for checking forecasts for the selected region. If the user needs to adjust the image zoom on the screen, they can use the preset Zoom options bar (Nº6), which is located in the upper right corner of the screen.
6.10.6 – Surface Temperature
These maps show the sea temperature for the selected time. The temperature is given in degrees Celsius (°C), and the colors correspond to the color scale.
The Surface Temperature map (Nº1) illustrates the different temperatures of oceanic regions, using different colors on the map (Nº2). Figure 6.10.6A below shows how the Surface Temperature map is presented on the platform.
Figure 6.10.6A – Surface Temperature Map
Hovering over the map will display the different surface temperature values (Nº3) for the selected date. If the user prefers, the map values can be compared to the legend (Nº4), which is located in the bottom left corner of the screen. The time selector bar (Nº5) will show the different available dates for checking forecasts for the selected region. If the user needs to adjust the image zoom on the screen, they can use the preset Zoom options bar (Nº6), which is located in the upper right corner of the screen.