Depth-duration curve

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-010470",
  "term": "Depth-duration curve",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A graphical plot showing the maximum rainfall depth that occurs for a given duration within a storm event, specific to a certain return period. The curve illustrates how, for a fixed probability of occurrence, shorter-duration rainfalls have lower total depths than longer-duration ones. These curves are derived from intensity-duration-frequency (IDF) data and are applied in hydrology and civil engineering for designing stormwater management systems.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/depth-duration-curve/"
}