Precipitation
Precipitation Patterns
- Rainfall, snowfall, and mixed precipitation types
- Regional and seasonal distribution
- Historical trends and variability
Measurement and Monitoring
- Ground-based weather stations
- Satellite remote sensing
- Radar and gauge networks
Impacts on Environment
- Flooding and soil erosion
- Drought and water scarcity
- Ecosystem and agricultural effects
Climate Change Effects
- Changes in intensity, frequency, and distribution
- Extreme precipitation events
- Shifts in seasonal precipitation patterns
Forecasting and Modeling
- Weather and climate models for precipitation prediction
- Early warning systems for floods and droughts
- Integration with water resource management