The main scientific research directions of the Institute of Hydrometeorology are:
* Creation/ development of meteorological, hydrological and agrometeorological forecasting methods and models;
* Study of natural hydrometeorological phenomena (flood, mudslide, snow avalanche, hurricane, hail, drought, torrential rain, etc.);
* Assessment of hydrometeorological risks and risk zoning; Assessing the potential of climatic, agro-climatic and renewable energy resources (water, wind, solar radiation);
* Modern climate change assessment and its impact on the various sectors of economy;
* Analysis of hydrometeorological factors and anthropogenic loading on the natural environment and climate; Elaborate recommendations to reduce the harmful effects of artificial impact on the environment;
* Study ecological condition and pollution degree of the environment (atmosphere, soil, water) aiming on the protection and rational use of natural resources, evaluate and forecast its results;
* Use of Earth Observation Mission Satellite information in weather and climate research; Development - implementation of multidisciplinary methods / models for regulation of hydrometeorological processes.