Antecedent

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-003549",
  "term": "Antecedent",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The pre-existing environmental conditions of the atmosphere, soil, or a water body before a specific meteorological event occurs. These conditions influence the development and impact of the subsequent event, such as how antecedent soil moisture affects the amount of runoff generated by a rainstorm. Hydrologic models use antecedent precipitation indices to estimate current basin conditions for flood forecasting.",
  "see_also": [
    "consequent"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/antecedent/"
}