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FAQs

  • Created by User icon: maskellkathy99@gmail.com Kathy Maskell, last updated by Lauren Rootham on Sept 04, 2026 1 minute read


Data Access and Formats

  • How do I get ECMWF forecasts?
  • What is Real-Time forecast data?
  • Why can't I access ECMWF data?
  • What is the format of ECMWF data?
  • How do I convert GRIB edition1 to GRIB edition 2?
  • Why don't I see the parameters I have requested in my GRIB file?
  • Is there any software available for horizontal interpolation of data?
  • Where can I find information on the units of meteorological fields?
  • What are the criteria to qualify for a 'Fee Waiver' for a Research Project with ECMWF?
  • What to expect when using the MARS WebAPI?
  • How can I attribute and cite ECMWF data?

Receiving and Managing Data

  • Why haven't I received my ECMWF forecast data?
  • Why is the dissemination of my ECMWF forecast data so slow?
  • Can I change the Real-Time forecast data I receive?
  • How can I access Hindcast Data from ECMWF?

Pricing, Licensing and Open Data

  • 2022 changes to ECMWF licensing
  • FAQs - new service charge model (01 July 2022)
  • What ECMWF forecasts can I access for free?
  • What does Open Data in October 2025 mean for me?
  • What you need to know before you access ECMWF data for commercial purposes?

Problems accessing Archive data/using the Web API/MARS

Please see Web API FAQ

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