Evaporation
Coverage of Evaporation in the Nexus archive.
- Drought persists despite recent heavy rainfall
Recent heavy rainfall in the Carolinas has not alleviated the ongoing drought, as North Carolina counties in the Channel 9 viewing area still require 19 inches of rain. Increased summer evaporation due to heat and sunlight is exacerbating the situation, meaning more rainfall is needed to recover.
- One-fourth of India’s monsoon rain evaporates mid-air, says new study
A study by researchers at IITM Pune reveals that 25% of India’s monsoon rain evaporates mid-air during June to September, with regional variations. The finding aims to improve weather and climate models and enhance understanding of the monsoon system.
- Scientists finally know where the Colorado River’s missing water is going
Scientists have identified that warmer, drier springs are causing plants to absorb more snowmelt before it reaches rivers, explaining 70% of the Colorado River's water shortfall. This shift is linked to the long-running Millennium drought, resolving a mystery for water managers.