Potential of satellite imagery for studying the spatial distribution of fog and its role in atmospheric deposition

Abstract

Fog is important in that it contributes significantly to atmospheric deposition, especially in mountainous areas. The aim of this paper is to provide information on the possible use of satellite imagery for the analysis of spatiotemporal changes in the occurrence of fog and for determining the areas prone to fog in the Czech Republic. Satellite imagery is used to identify fog and determine its limitations. Both the advantages and limitations of this approach in determining patterns in the spatial distribution of fog are discussed. Finally, the improvements that can be expected in the understanding of the role of fog in atmospheric deposition processes are discussed. In this context, the identification of fog-prone areas and the estimation of their spatial extent, where the fog pathway can contribute substantially to total deposition fluxes, is of utmost importance.