I actually wasn't referring to the WatsUpWithThat blog, although it does have an
interesting analysis of the U.S. Climate Reference Network data, which
is what I was referring to, and the
raw data, which is also what I'm referring to.
As I said in my first comment, I'm just curious why some data is used, and other data is ignored.
As to that last comment...in general, if there's adjustment happening to something like research data, it has to be disclosed in findings reports. Eg, "I adjusted the weight readings by 10.5 grams, because I forgot to tare my scale with the crucible on it". I don't think that all unadjusted data is better. I think that if data is adjusted, the reasons for doing so and the method should also be fully disclosed.