Automated Data Plotter

This application dynamically generates many types of graphs derived from various IEM data sources. Feel free to use these generated graphics in whatever way you wish.

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1 Select a Chart Type

Choose from available chart types:

2 Configure Chart Options

View by:

Select State:

Select WFO (when appropriate):

Select FEMA Region:

Time Limit of Plot

Image Pixel Size @100 DPI

Image Resolution (DPI) (50 to 500)

Select Output Format:

Plot Description:

This plot presents a summary of the number of year to date watches issued by the Storm Prediction Center and the percentage of those watches that at least touched the given state, county warning area, or fema region.

3 Generated Chart

Based on recent timings, plot generation averages 2 seconds. Please wait while your chart is being generated...

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IEM Daily Features using this plot

The IEM Daily Features found on this website often utilize plots found on this application. Here is a listing of features referencing this plot type.

19 Sep 2024: Watches Touching Iowa
11 Oct 2022: SPC Watches Touching Iowa
25 Mar 2021: SWAW 2021: Preparedness
26 Mar 2020: Iowa Watches
16 Jul 2018: Fewest Watches since 1997
08 Nov 2016: Fewest Watches
23 Apr 2014: SPC Watches