The National Weather Service is a component of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). NOAA is an Operating Unit of the U.S. Department of ... See more Commerce. What is the mission of NOAA's National Weather Service? Mission and Organization of the Department of Commerce What are the long range plans and goals of the National Weather Service? NOAA Strategic Plan Department of Commerce Strategic Plan How is the National Weather Service organized? Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA) requests Commerce and the Small Business Paperwork Reduction Act (SBPRA) Notification and Federal Anti-Discrimination and Retaliation (NO FEAR) Act of 2002 What jobs are available in the National Weather Service, and how do I apply? Can I link to your site? Can you add a link to my site? What is your linking policy? The Mission of NOAA's National Weather Service The National Weather Service (NWS) provides weather, hydrologic, and climate forecasts and warnings for the United States, its territories, adjacent waters and ocean areas, for the protection of life and property and the enhancement of the national economy. NWS data and products form a national information database and infrastructure which can be used by other governmental agencies, the private sector, the public, and the global community.