Precipitation Estimations Based on Satellite Observations
A special issue of Remote Sensing (ISSN 2072-4292). This special issue belongs to the section "Environmental Remote Sensing".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2025 | Viewed by 109
Special Issue Editors
Interests: environment; precipitation; hydrological modeling; watershed hydrology; climate change; remote sensing
Interests: precipitation; remote sensing; tropical cyclones; climate change; social sciences; microphysics
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Precipitation is a key element in Earth's climate system. Traditional precipitation measurement methods, such as rain gauges, have limitations in spatial coverage, especially in remote areas. Satellite-based precipitation observations offer a solution with their wide-ranging coverage and frequent revisits. However, accurately estimating precipitation from satellite data remains a challenge due to complex cloud physics and signal-related issues.
This Special Issue aims to advance the field of precipitation estimations using satellite observations. We invite submissions on new algorithms and models for more accurate estimates. Papers focusing on validating satellite-based precipitation products against ground-based data and improving sensor calibration are also welcome. Additionally, we encourage studies on regional and global precipitation patterns detected by satellites, as well as their applications in weather forecasting, water resources management, and agriculture. By bringing together such research, we hope to enhance our understanding and utilization of satellite-based precipitation estimations.
Dr. Yuanwei Wang
Prof. Dr. Francisco J. Tapiador
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- precipitation estimation
- satellite observations
- remote sensing
- algorithm development
- validation and calibration
- climate applications
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