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hydrological

American  
[hahy-druh-lahj-ik-uhl] / ˌhaɪ drəˈlɑdʒ ɪk əl /

adjective

  1. of or relating to the science of hydrology.


Example Sentences

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“For too long, we have been living beyond our hydrological means,” said lead author Kaveh Madani, director of the U.N.

From Los Angeles Times

The Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute issued alerts for strong winds for large parts of the northern half of the country as Storm Johannes hit.

From BBC

Although the distribution and intensity of the UK's rainfall is shifting, the link between climate change and drought is complex due to hydrological and societal factors.

From BBC

In meteorological terms it refers to a sustained period of dry weather, and in hydrological terms it is about a lack of water resources.

From BBC

Analysis by BBC Weather shows that since the start of the latest hydrological year in October 2024, and up to the end of June 2025, rainfall is running approximately 20% below average.

From BBC