Atmospheric rivers (ARs) play a key role in the global water cycle as the primary mechanism conveying water vapor through mid-latitude regions. The precipitation that ARs deliver in many parts of the world, especially through orographic precipitation processes, is important for water resources; but it also regularly is a hazard, triggering floods and landslides, as well as coastal windstorms.
The main objective of the International Atmospheric River Conference 2022 (the fourth IARC) is to advance the state of the AR science (dynamics, impacts, monitoring, forecast & projections) providing a forum to a growing community of researches and practitioners. This event effectively strengthens worldwide, cross-disciplinary collaboration. The organizers also aim to connect different disciplines, stakeholders and users.
The in-person conference will be held in Santiago, Chile from 10-14 October 2022, including plenary talks, poster sessions and breakout room discussions. Plenary sessions will be transmitted on-line, and participants may present remotely if needed.
Main themes
- Physics and dynamics aspects of ARs
- Hydro-meteorological impacts of ARs Observing, tracking, modeling and forecasting ARs
- ARs in past and future climates
Special Sessions
- Socio-economical impacts of ARs
- ARs and polar Meteorology and Climate
- Compound events
Important Dates
- Abstract Submission Period: 2 May to 15 June 2022
- Registration: 1 July to 10 October 2022
- Draft Program: 31 July 2022
- Final Program: 30 September 2022