Read this article to learn about: How is Rainfall Measured in India? Among all forms of precipitation, rainfall is the common one. It is necessary to know the methods for measuring rainfall and analysing the rainfall data. The amount of rainfall is expressed as depth in centimeters (or millimeters) which falls on a level surface. Intensity of rainfall is the [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Mechanism of Precipitation 2. Types of Precipitation 3. Measurement 4. Average Annual Rainfall, Maximum and Minimum Annual Rainfall. Mechanism of Precipitation: Water vapour from which precipitation is derived is present in the atmosphere as a gas in varying amount at all times. The absolute amount of vapour in the air depends upon [...]
In this article we will discuss about the rainfall intensity curves with the help of a suitable diagram. For the design of sewers, rainfall data of every zone of the town is required. The rain gauges of recording type are to be fixed in each zone for the collection of the rainfall data. It has been noted that rainfall data [...]