Meteorologists find jobs mainly in government sector. However some private companies also recruit atmospheric scientists for environmental pollution control. A country’s Military operations such as troop movements, airplane flights, missile launches, and ship movements rely on accurate weather information. Hence, here the role of a meteorologist becomes crucial.

A meteorology degree or a degree in related marine science qualifies an individual to perform many weather-related jobs. There are good opportunities for overseas assignment to military bases and outposts throughout the world.

Space application centers also recruit meteorologists as the launching of satellite also depends on weather conditions. The Indian meteorological department has its branches all over India, hence meteorologists are absorbed there.
 

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Meteorology is a rare field of science; hence there are few people who opt for this course. However the career is challenging and rewarding. Salary of a meteorologist/scientist depends on his qualification and experience. The Indian Government offers handsome salary to qualified meteorologists/scientists. It varies between Rs 10, 000 – 25, 000.

Career Pros Details

• Permanent jobs with fixed working hours and salary
• Challenging career

Career Cons Details

• Work pressure during natural calamities
• Meteorologists must be careful while forecasting or predicting the climatic and weather conditions

• Must have sound knowledge in Maths and statistics in order to successfully execute his/ her job.
• Must possess Excellent work ethic.
• A meteorologist must always be alert and quick enough to prepare the reports in times of emergencies.
• Must be technology savvy.
• He/ she should be an analytical thinker.
• He / she should possess natural intelligence.
• A meteorologist would benefit by having an inner interest in earth and its weather components.
• Must be able to undertake methodical and precise work.
• He/ she should be interpretive and analytical skills are a must.
• Should be able to examine and analyse complex data.
• Should have an inquiring mind.
• Must be able to organize and conduct research.
• Should have a flair for Physics.