Surface Fronts (Aviation, Premium Layer)

The Surface Fronts layer provides a detailed analysis of surface weather features to help aviation users better visualize and forecast changing conditions. This premium feature enhances situational awareness by highlighting key weather patterns and hazards in real time.

🔒 This feature is part of Tomorrow.io’s premium offering for aviation customers and is currently available for the United States only. To enable access, contact sales@tomorrow.io.

Enabling the Surface Fronts Layer

To activate the Surface Fronts layer:

1. Open the Map Layers menu.

2. Toggle on the Surface Fronts layer.

3. Use the timeline at the bottom of the screen to navigate through forecast periods — the fronts will update automatically with each time step.

Key Capabilities

Analyzed Surface Weather Features

• The Surface Fronts layer provides front analyses that are critical for understanding and predicting upcoming weather patterns.

• These visual indicators support decision-making around routing, operational planning, and safety.

Customization and Control

• Users can control which types of surface fronts are displayed.

• Adjust the transparency of the layer for improved clarity when layered with other map elements.

Integration with NDFD (National Digital Forecast Database)

• The Surface Fronts layer is integrated with NDFD-based hazard visualization.

• As you move through the timeline, the map dynamically updates to show forecasted weather hazards.

• NDFD data is visualized as color-filled contours that represent different types of potential weather impacts.

Availability

• Available only for locations within the United States.

• Designed for aviation customers requiring advanced weather visualization tools.

Need Help?

If you're an existing customer and need assistance using the Surface Fronts feature, please reach out to your Tomorrow.io Account Team or contact support@tomorrow.io — we’re happy to assist.