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Increasing Tropical Rainfall
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Increasing Tropical Rainfall

The planet’s wettest areas are getting a little wetter, according to NASA scientists who analyzed 25 years of ground- and space-based rainfall observations.

Published Sep 6, 2007

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Rainfall from Philippine Typhoons
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Rainfall from Philippine Typhoons

Between May and October 2009, 12 tropical cyclones poured rain over the Philippine Islands. This image illustrates how much rain fell over the islands when the storms were active.

Published Dec 5, 2009

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Hurricane Gustav
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Hurricane Gustav

Published Sep 2, 2008

Severe Storms

Heavy Rain in the U.S. Midwest
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Heavy Rain in the U.S. Midwest

Published Jun 13, 2008

Severe Storms

Rainfall Going Global
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Rainfall Going Global

The newly launched Global Precipitation Mission expands on its predecessor, the Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission, in its geographic coverage and its measurement capabilities.

Published Mar 11, 2014

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TRMM 3-Year Anniversary
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TRMM 3-Year Anniversary

Published Dec 19, 2000

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Heavy Rain in the U.S. Midwest
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Heavy Rain in the U.S. Midwest

Published Jun 9, 2008

Severe Storms

2007 Rainfall Patterns in United States
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2007 Rainfall Patterns in United States

The rainfall pattern across the United States during the first eight months of 2007 is a study in contrasts. Drought dominated both coasts, while the Great Plains states saw far more rain than average.

Published Nov 24, 2007

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