rainfall
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El Nino -- a natural climate cycle phase -- influences global weather and increases the likelihood of drought, heavy rainfall and other climate extremes.
From Barron's • May 21, 2026
They bring a range of severe weather impacts including destructive winds, torrential flooding rainfall, and storm surges which can inundate coastal areas.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
It comes after spring rainfall had been exceptionally low for southern and eastern England up until the start of May.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
El Niño is one of the most powerful climate patterns on Earth, capable of reshaping global weather and affecting rainfall and drought, according to the WMO.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
Some plants engorge themselves with water in the rare rainfall and store it for future use.
From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck
Vocabulary lists containing rainfall
The Water Cycle - Introductory
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Earth Science - Middle School
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The Water Cycle - Middle School and High School
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