The AMSR-E images shown are of rain rate and sea surface temperature as Hurricane Bill headed north alongside the U.S. east coast. Note the capture of the cooler SST in the wake of Bill on the order of 5-10 degrees Fahrenheit. Also, note the rain structure and intensity of the storm at this time seen in the rain rate image.
Great images Frank! We will have to see if any of our composites maintain this cooling.