What is the general purpose of integrating AWOS/ASOS data with radar in RAWS?

• A. To replace radar data.
• B. To measure soil moisture.
• C. To provide a complete weather picture.
• D. To forecast solar activity.

Answer: (C)

Integrating AWOS/ASOS data with radar gives a complete weather picture by combining ground-level conditions with what the radar is seeing aloft. AWOS/ASOS provide real-time surface information—temperature, dew point, wind speed and direction, visibility, ceiling, and precipitation type—while radar shows where precipitation is located, how intense it is, and how storms are moving and evolving. Together, this paints a fuller view of the weather environment, helping you assess current conditions on the airfield and predict short-term changes for decision-making in RAWS. This approach is not about replacing radar, measuring soil moisture, or forecasting solar activity.