A Description of the Advanced Research WRF Version 2

The Technical Note series provides an outlet for a variety of NCAR manuscripts that contribute in specialized ways to the body of scientific knowledge but which are not suitable for journal, monograph, or book publication. Reports in this series are issued by the NCAR Scientific Di-visions; copies may be obtained on request from the Publications Office of NCAR. Designation symbols for the series include: EDD: Engineering, Design, or Development Reports Equipment descriptions, test results, instrumentation, and operating and maintenance manuals. IA: Instructional Aids Instruction manuals, bibliographies, film supplements, and other research or instructional aids. PPR: Program Progress Reports Field program…