Tihkusade
Tihkusade is a meteorological term used in Estonian to describe a light, persistent precipitation event consisting of very small water droplets that reach the ground as drizzle. It is typically considered lighter than rainfall and more continuous than a shower, and it is commonly mentioned in weather forecasts and climatological observations in northern temperate regions.
Characteristics of tihkusade include a droplet diameter usually less than 0.5 millimeters and a rainfall rate
Formation generally occurs when a shallow, moist layer near the surface is saturated and maintained by relatively
Occurrence is frequent in maritime climates and coastal regions, and it is more common in cooler seasons.
Impact and measurement: meteorological services classify tihkusade by droplet size and intensity, using standard rain gauges