kuivamistasonin

Kuivamistasonin is a Finnish term that translates to "drought index" in English. It is a meteorological parameter used to quantify the severity of drought conditions in Finland. The index is based on the water deficit in the soil, which is calculated using the difference between the actual evapotranspiration and the precipitation. The higher the kuivamistasonin value, the more severe the drought conditions are.

The index is calculated using data from meteorological stations and is updated daily. It is used by various stakeholders, including farmers, forestry, and water management authorities, to make informed decisions about water use, irrigation, and other water-related activities. The index is also used by the Finnish Meteorological Institute to issue drought warnings and to monitor the progress of drought conditions in real-time.

The kuivamistasonin index is not specific to Finland and similar indices are used in other countries to monitor drought conditions. However, the Finnish index is specifically designed to take into account the unique climatic and agricultural conditions of Finland. The index is also used to study the long-term trends in drought conditions in Finland, which can help in planning and preparing for future drought events.