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 Station (STC000? are climate district, ST0000 state avg)

Which Daily Variable:

Image Pixel Size @100 DPI

Image Resolution (DPI) (50 to 500)

Select Output Format:

Plot Description:

This chart presents two measures of temperature variability. The first is the standard deviation of the period of record for a given day of the year. The second is the standard deviation of the day to day changes in temperature.

3 Generated Chart

Based on recent timings, plot generation averages 2 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.

31 Mar 2021: Day to Day Variability
22 Mar 2019: High Temp Variability
16 May 2017: Decreasing Variability
02 Jul 2015: Daily Variability