A land mask is applied to the image. The classifications are determined and binned for each grid box. After all data have been processed, the maximum occurrence of a single classification is found for each grid box and that classification is assigned. An ocean mask is applied to the image. LST uses the LND algorithm to determine the surface type and then applies the designated temperature algorithm for that surface.
Results are in Kelvin.
As a reminder, the results are heavily dependent on surface type and time of satellite overpass and incorporate large spatial regions in which there are numerous surface types and localized effects. An ocean mask is applied to the results. The algorithm is not valid in areas of precipitation. Also, results may be contaminated near coastal areas. A land mask is applied to the results.