Monthly spatial rainfall correlation functions and interpretations for Turkey |
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| Authors: | ZEKAI ?EN ZEYAD HABIB |
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| Institution: | 1. Hydraulics Division, Civil Engineering Faculty , Technical University of Istanbul , Maslak 80626, Istanbul, Turkey E-mail: zsen@itu.edu.tr;2. Department of Meteorology, Faculty of Science , University of Al-Fateh , PO Box 13488, Tripoli, Libya |
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| Abstract: | Abstract Monthly spatial rainfall distribution features and their effects on spatial correlation patterns are significant in any regional study. In this paper, first a number of statistical terms and properties are explained with reference to the spatial correlation functions (SCFs). This is followed by the analysis of a theoretical spatial correlation model and its parameter estimation. Monthly empirical SCFs are examined in relation to spatial rainfall characteristics. In order to obtain a definite pattern, the SCF values are averaged in successive equal-distance groups. This average spatial correlation function shows a decreasing pattern with distance. Some interpretations of these spatial correlation functions are given for Turkey with discussion of the results obtained. |
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| Keywords: | climatology negative exponential model precipitation semivariogram spatial correlation Turkey |
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