Rain-intensity gauge

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-008385",
  "term": "Rain-intensity gauge",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "An instrument designed to measure the rate at which precipitation falls over a given time period. Unlike a standard rain gauge that measures total accumulation, this device provides instantaneous or near-instantaneous rainfall rates. Tipping bucket rain gauges are a common type, recording each time a small, calibrated bucket fills and tips.",
  "synonyms": [
    "rain-rate gauge",
    "rate-of-rainfall gauge"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/rain-intensity-gauge/"
}