ANALYSIS OF METEOROLOGICAL AND OCEANOGRAPHIC CONDITIONS OFF THE COASTAL REGION OF BAHIA STATE, BRAZIL

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the meteorology and hydrodynamics of the Southern coastal region of Bahia State, Brazil, for the purpose of implementing future engineering projects and constructions in the area. To achieve this goal, an investigation on the environmental conditions in the region of interest was conducted considering several analyses: surface climatology, sea level data, satellite altimetry data, oceanic numerical modeling and wave climate. Results of the meteorological and oceanographic data processing allowed to estimate the energy associated with the dynamics in the area, as well as the long term trends. This information is very valuable for the correct dimensioning of the engineering enterprises – port building and real estate development, in order to assure their long term maintenance.

Index Terms - surface climatology, satellite data, oceanic modelling, tides, currents and waves.