Oklahoma Mesonet
Environmental ServicesOklahoma, United States11-50 Employees
The Oklahoma Mesonet operates a nationwide-scale environmental monitoring network designed to provide timely, publicly accessible observations of weather- and climate-related conditions across Oklahoma. Developed by researchers at the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University, the system comprises hundreds of automated stations distributed throughout the state, ensuring at least one site in each of Oklahoma’s counties. Data from each site are collected every five minutes and transmitted continuously to a central facility, with public availability typically occurring within a short delay after collection. Based in Norman, Oklahoma, the organization serves as a key resource for environmental monitoring and related applications, with a focus on delivering rapid, localized observations to support decision-making in sectors such as agriculture and weather analysis. The Mesonet’s recent activities include collaborations and initiatives related to livestock stress tools, reflecting its ongoing involvement in applying environmental data to practical, sector-specific insights.