Introducing three new weather models
Different models, different strengths, one clearer view of what's coming.
Compare for confidence.
No single model tells the whole story. By looking at where forecasts align or differ... you get a clearer picture and make better choices.
Leverage each model's strengths.
With PWAi, AIFS, and ICON, you now have three additional models at your fingertips. The AI-driven PWAi and AIFS have shown strong results, while ICON provides high-resolution detail, particularly over Europe.
The New Models.
PWAi
Hourly precision
Our propriety model PWAi (PredictWind AI):Combines the strengths of ECMWF, AIFS, Fengwu, and GraphCast to generate a single, optimised forecast covering the globe. It provides 1-hour time steps for the first 3 days, giving greater time-step precision than other AI models. PWAi performs very well in validation studies where it does a great job in the short to medium term over larger-scale areas. It will be a key model to compare for consensus with the others in the PredictWind model suite.
AIFS
Long-Range Clarity
The ECMWF AIFS model uses advanced AI to deliver fast, accurate global forecasts. It performs well offshore, capturing large-scale weather patterns over in the medium-longer term, giving mariners a clear, data-driven view of changing conditions.
ICON
Local Detail, Optimised for Europe
The German Weather Service's global model, known for high-resolution accuracy in Europe and now available worldwide.
Compare weather models.
PWAi
Best for
All round trend consensus, and accuracy.
Strengths
Combines strengths of 4 major AI models. 1-hour time-steps for first 3 days. Performs very well in validation. Strong short to medium-range stability offshore.
Limitations
Lower spatial detail near coasts, new model.
Model specs
Type
PredictWind AI Hybrid (ECMWF + AIFS + Fengwu + GraphCast ingestion).
AIFS
Best for
Offshore forecasting and storm tracking.
Strengths
AI model with good long-range accuracy; complements ECMWF HRES and PWAi.
Limitations
Smooths fine-scale features. Lower res near shore, 6 hour time steps.
Model specs
Type
ECMWF AI Forecast System.
Evaluation Study.
We've conducted a evaluation study comparing PWAi, AIFS, and ECMWF across multiple metrics helping you understand how they behave across different forecast conditions.