What Does GRIB Stand For?

GRIB stands for Grid In Binary Or GRIdded Binary

GRIB, which stands for Grid In Binary or GRIdded Binary, is a standardized data format used for the storage and transmission of meteorological and oceanographic information. It efficiently encodes gridded data, enabling the compact representation of large datasets such as weather forecasts, analyses, and climate models. GRIB files are widely utilized in meteorology and related fields due to their ability to facilitate data exchange between various systems and institutions.

Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 17th June 2025 | Edit Acronym