Cooperative Observer Interest Form
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Corpus Christi, Texas, is seeking volunteer weather observers for their -Cooperative Observer Program (COOP). The NWS provides the weather observation equipment for this program.

COOP observers are needed across South Texas, particularly in and near:
- Goliad
- Refugio
- Port Lavaca
- Sinton
- Port Aransas
- North Padre Island
- Portland
- Fowlerton
- Tilden
- Three Rivers
- Whitsett
- Alice

If you are interested in becoming a Cooperative Observer for NWS Corpus Christi, please fill out the form below and a staff member will contact you to discuss the program further.

More information about the Cooperative Observer Program at NWS Corpus Christi is here: https://www.weather.gov/crp/coop_recruitment
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Contact Information of Potential Observer
Please provide your contact information in this section so that NWS Corpus Christi can follow up with you about your interest in the Cooperative Observer Program.
Name *
E-mail *
Phone *
Preferred Method of Contact *
Observer Interest
The COOP volunteer must exhibit a dedication to public service and show attention to detail. They must be willing to allow the NWS to place measuring instruments on their property and perform visits to maintain the equipment. The visits are annually, or semi-annually.

The following questions highlight some of the requirements of COOP volunteers.
Are you able to provide a daily weather observation? This includes weekends and holidays. *
The COOP observers will be requested to collect the 24 hour precipitation and temperature data on a daily basis, generally by 8 am. Exceptions to this time frame can be made.  The observation will be disseminated through an NWS website on the internet, by a smart phone or tablet, or the data can be relayed to the NWS in Corpus Christi via a phone call. The observers can utilize a backup observer when they cannot perform the duty, for times of vacations, or when out of town for a day or two. The NWS would prefer a minimum volunteer time of at least 3 years to avoid relocation of a site.
Location Information
This section is designed to gather information about the location where weather observations will be taken. Before making a commitment to volunteer for the COOP, your location has to be compatible for the equipment. There must be an open area for the standard rain gauge to collect the precipitation without restrictions or obstructions of nearby trees, buildings, fences, etc. Areas of installation are usually in a field or grass, away from concrete, buildings, and air conditioners, which can have an adverse effect on the temperature equipment.
Street Address *
City *
Zip Code *
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