Rain day
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-008364
A calendar day on which a measurable amount of precipitation, specifically rain, is recorded at a given location. The threshold for a measurable amount varies by meteorological agency, but it is commonly defined as 0.2 millimeters or more. This metric is used in climatology to characterize regional precipitation patterns and drought conditions.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-008364 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| Synonyms | day of rain |
Record as JSON
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