Climatic Analysis of Wind Patterns to Enhance Sailors’ Performance during Races

The impact of environmental and meteorological conditions when dealing with sport performance has been demonstrated by several studies carried out in recent years. Among the variables greatest effect are temperature, humidity, precipitation, wind direction speed. This research focused on analyzing forecasting patterns occurring Enoshima Bay (Japan). In particular, objective this study was to provide support guidance sailors preparation race strategy, thanks an in-depth knowledge these variables. To do this, innovative method used. First, through combined use Weather Research Forecasting (WRF) CALMET models, a simulation performed, order reconstruct offshore database 10-year period (2009–2018) over area, inside bay. Subsequently, verification hind-cast performed: data measured at sea were compared extracted from verify validity model. performed three statistical indexes: BIAS, MAE, PCC. analysis showed mixed results, depending examined pattern, but made it possible identify days that best simulated reality. Then, selected summarized collected plots, tables, maps design decision service (DSS), athletes necessary information simple effective way. conclusion, we state application extends beyond sports field. Indeed, may be actions contrast adapt climate change, particularly coastal areas.