Interannual variability of precipitation distribution patterns in Southern Portugal [PDF]
, 2009 Southern Portugal is characterized by an irregular distribution of precipitation which is highly variable from year to year, requiring a clear ascertaining if the pattern of the precipitation is changing due to climate variability or climate change.
Corte-Real, João +2 more
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The asymptotic relative efficiency of mixed statistical tests [PDF]
, 1967 Mixed statistical tests are described. It is shown that these tests have a much higher efficiency than conventionally used statistics such as the sign test and polarity coincidence correlation without the high operational complexity of the Wilcoxon, Mann-
Davisson, Lee D., Feustal, Edward A.
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Trend analysis and change point detection of annual and seasonal precipitation and temperature series over southwest Iran [PDF]
, 2014 This paper presents results of trend analysis and change point detection of annual and seasonal precipitation, and mean temperature (TM), maximum temperature (TMAX) and minimum temperature (TMIN) time series of the period 1950-2007.
Dhorde, AG +2 more
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Changes in runoff time series in Thuringia, Germany – Mann-Kendall trend test and extreme value analysis [PDF]
, 2012 Qualified knowledge about the impacts of climate change on hydrology is needed for the derivation of adaptation measures in the water sector. As temperature and precipitation time series in Thuringia, Germany of the last 50 years reveal that the climate ...
J. Danneberg
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Multiyear Rainfall and Temperature Trends in the Volta River Basin and their Potential Impact on Hydropower Generation in Ghana [PDF]
, 2016 The effects of temperature and rainfall changes on hydropower generation in Ghana from 1960–2011 were examined to understand country-wide trends of climate variability.
Akpoti, K +5 more
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Evaluating the effects of climate change and variability on water resources: a case study of the Cheliff basin in Algeria [PDF]
, 2016 In aim to well understand of the association between climate change, variability and their impact on water resources availability, an analysis was conducted of the trends in rainfall and stream flows across the Cheliff basin in Algeria.
Elmeddahi, Yamina +4 more
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A five year record of high-frequency in situ measurements of non-methane hydrocarbons at Mace Head, Ireland [PDF]
, 2011 Continuous high-frequency in situ measurements of a range of non-methane hydrocarbons have been made at Mace Head since January 2005. Mace Head is a background Northern Hemispheric site situated on the eastern edge of the Atlantic. Five year measurements
Derwent, R. G. +7 more
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Long-term evolution of highly alkaline steel slag drainage waters [PDF]
, 2015 © 2015, Springer International Publishing Switzerland. The disposal of slag generated by the steel industry can have negative consequences upon the surrounding aquatic environment by the generation of high pH waters, leaching of potentially problematic ...
Mayes, William M., Riley, Alex L.
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How well do CMIP5 climate simulations replicate historical trends and patterns of meteorological droughts? [PDF]
, 2015 Assessing the uncertainties and understanding the deficiencies of climate models are fundamental to developing adaptation strategies. The objective of this study is to understand how well Coupled Model Intercomparison-Phase 5 (CMIP5) climate model ...
Aghakouchak, A +7 more
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Modeling of GRACE-Derived Groundwater Information in the Colorado River Basin [PDF]
, 2019 Groundwater depletion has been one of the major challenges in recent years. Analysis of groundwater levels can be beneficial for groundwater management.
Ahmad, Sajjad +3 more
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