A geostationary satellite is in a high-altitude orbit (~35,800 km). At this altitude, the orbital period of the satellite matches the rotational speed of the Earth. As a result, a geostationary satellite continuously observes the same area (hemisphere) of the Earth’s surface. Geostationary satellites are typically used to monitor meteorological conditions and severe storm development. Example: NOAA’s Geostationary Environmental Operational Satellites (GOES).