Integration of solid and liquid precipitation rate reaching the ground over several time intervals. The reference requirement refers to integration over 24h. (https://gcos.wmo.int/en/essential-climate-variables/precipitation/ecv-requirements)
All agriculture, rangelands, pastures; especially rainfed agriculture, but is important for determining water resources for irrigated areas.
Application or Policy Supported | Related Variables | Frequency of Update | Spatial Unit |
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SDG 2, SDG6, Agrometeorological Variables, Irrigation/Water, Rangeland monitoring, Livestock, SDG Indicator 15.3.1 |
Crop Yield Estimation, Crop Yield Forecast, Crop Condition Assessment, Water Productivity |
Daily, near real time |
Currently coarse-level raster, much finer (1km) desired |