The technical guide describes basic rules of standard hydrometeorological observations recommended by the World Meteorological Organization and the Russian Hydromet Service. Particular attention is given to observations in mountains: detailed description of equipment which can be useful for measurements in mountain area; generation of recommendations on how to site meteorological and hydrological observations. In addition, methods of hydrometeorological data pre-processing are considered. 

The technical guide is designed for those who work with conservation areas and for members of research and environmental-geographical expeditions. This guide can be used as a teaching aid for students studying geography, geo-ecology, meteorology, hydrometeorology, and hydrology.