Definitions for "Best Track"
a general path, versus an exact and very unpredictable fix-to-fix path, used to represent tropical cyclone movement. It is based on an assessment of all available data.
A subjectively smoothed path (as opposed to a precise and erratic fix-to-fix path) used to represent tropical cyclone movement.
Final cyclone track, after post-analysis, which is promulgated as the official track of the cyclone forecasting office.