What is xarray?

Xarray is a Python package that introduces labeled, multi-dimensional arrays and datasets, enabling more intuitive, efficient, and scalable data analysis. It is particularly well-suited for working with gridded datasets like those found in climate science, oceanography, and atmospheric science. Xarray builds upon NumPy to provide array-oriented computing with named dimensions, coordinates, and attributes. This structure enables you to easily select data by label, perform calculations across dimensions, and handle metadata. Common uses include analysis of NetCDF files, geospatial data processing, and general scientific data analysis where labeled arrays are beneficial.