Where can I find historical rainfall data?
First, find the location you need climate data for on the following map: https://www.weather.gov/ and click on that region. The Web site of the local WFO will then appear. On the left side of the page there will be a section called Climate in yellow-colored text. You may have to scroll down the page.
How do you track rainfall?
Analog rain gauges are inexpensive and easy to use – you simply empty the container after obtaining a measurement.
- Digital Rain Gauges. Digital rain gauges contain a rain sensor that allows for collection and analysis of precipitation data.
- Weather Station Rain Gauges.
- Track Rainfall Online or with a Rain App.
What weather app shows rainfall totals?
The Weather Channel (Android; iOS: Free) Interactive maps can display the latest Doppler radar data to show rainfall and weather events and severe weather alerts.
What was the total rainfall in 1990?
Overall average for seasons 1877 through 2020: 14.67 inches*
| Season (July 1-June 30) | Total Inches of Rainfall | Inches Above/Below (+/-) Overall Season Average* |
|---|---|---|
| 1991-1992 | 21.00 | +6.33 |
| 1990-1991 | 11.47 | -3.20 |
| 1989-1990 | 7.35 | -7.32 |
| 1988-1989 | 8.08 | -6.59 |
How do you measure rainfall at home?
Here’s what you’ll need to do:
- Measure the diameter of the bucket at the level of the rain.
- Measure the diameter of the bucket at the bottom in the same way.
- Calculate the average of the two diameters.
- Divide by two to find the average radius.
- Find the average volume of rain = Depth x radius x radius x 3.14.
Is there an app that tracks rainfall?
Users also can submit reports on rain and snow in their areas to the application, which is available for iPhones and Android devices. Using an algorithm created by Hsu, the iRain app gets information on rainfall around the planet by processing data from orbiting satellites.
What is the best app for rainfall totals?
Rain Log. Out of all the rain gauge apps to choose from Rain Log was the most recommended rain gauge app by our farming community. They quote that “If you have a rain gauge then this is the app for you!”, which we found slightly hypocritical when they only offer it for iPhones not Androids.
What is the total rainfall in America?
2020 was a wet year for the contiguous United States with about four inches of precipitation more than usual. On average, the United States received 42 inches of precipitation over the course of the year. Nevada was the driest state in 2020.
What year had the most rain in the US?
The most rain in the United States and the world falls at Mt. Waialeale on Kauai in Hawaii. It rained an average of 460 inches (11,684 millimetres) a year from 1931 to 1960 on the tropical island mountain. That’s over 38 feet (11 metres) of rain.
How do I search for weather in my ZIP code?
Under Select Weather Observation Type/Dataset, select Daily Summaries. Under Select Data Range, click the calendar icon and select dates on the Start and End calendars to reflect your dates of interest. Then click APPLY. Enter your ZIP code as the Search term, and then click Search.
What kind of data is used to calculate rainfall?
Note: Rainfall amounts are estimates and consist of both rain gauge data and radar data.
How to find the history of the weather?
Historical Weather Find historical weather by searching for a city, zip code, or airport code. Include a date for which you would like to see weather history. You can select a range of dates in the…