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

Select WFO:

Start Time (UTC):

(YYYY/mm/dd HH24MI)

End Time (UTC) (period less than 96 hours):

(YYYY/mm/dd HH24MI)

Image Pixel Size @100 DPI

Image Resolution (DPI) (50 to 500)

Select Output Format:

Plot Description:

The purpose of this autoplot is to generate a time series of NWS warning load with time for short fuse warnings.

3 Generated Chart

Based on recent timings, plot generation averages 5 seconds. Please wait while your chart is being generated...

CSV Data Excel Download

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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.

15 Mar 2024: Busy Severe Weather Day
28 Apr 2011: 41.5 Consecutive Hours of Tornado Warnings