rainfall

Example Sentences

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"More heat means more humidity, stronger rainfall, and higher wind speeds -- climate change is already contributing to extreme weather," he said.

From Barron's

While the wintry weather has come to a sudden end, significant snow accumulations across parts of Scotland, combined with heavy rainfall and rising temperatures, are increasing the risk of flooding as the snow melts.

From BBC

The Indian Meteorological Department recorded no precipitation - rainfall and snowfall - in almost all of northern India in December.

From BBC

"Those dry thunderstorms have very little rainfall in them, but they can ignite new fires."

From Barron's

Weeks of record rainfall have left empty lots a shimmering green.

From Los Angeles Times