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

The winter’s precipitation has led to whispers of a “super bloom” this spring, similar to the frenzy of wildflowers that carpeted the California and Arizona desert in the winter and spring of 2019.

From New York Times

But the precipitation won’t be enough to pull rural areas out of a drought or refill aquifers.

From Washington Times

Overcast skies and precipitation will keep Friday’s temperatures a few degrees cooler than normal, with highs in the mid to upper 40s.

From Seattle Times