precipitation

Example Sentences

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That was followed by two years that were wetter than average for Northern California but drier than average for the southern half, amounting to roughly average precipitation statewide.

From Los Angeles Times

A warming world means we are more likely to see winter precipitation fall as rain rather than snow, external.

From BBC

That’s because a warmer atmosphere holds more moisture, which results in storms dumping more precipitation that can have deadly outcomes.

From Seattle Times

In addition to reduced streamflows, in the 60 days between April 25 and June 23, the state only received 47% of normal precipitation, according to the department.

From Seattle Times

Farmers and their families sang traditional songs to welcome the rain that is needed for the rice to grow and thanked the gods for sending the precipitation on time.

From Seattle Times