This reference material provides guidance in the integration of terrain and weather analysis in the intelligence preparation of the battlefield. As a very important aspect in any military operations, terrain and weather analysis helps to build database on the characteristics of potential areas of operations, and is therefore vital in planning intelligence operations, tactical decisions and tactical operations.      Terrain and weather analysis helps facilitate planning, preparation and executions of other battlefield functions and must always be updated and revised to be attuned to the current features of the earth’s surface.