Pluvial

usgb/ˈpluːviəl/
adjective

Related to or involving large amounts of rainfall.

The city has been subjected to pluvial weather for the past couple of days.
Visual representation of "pluvial" - Related to or involving large amounts of rainfall.

Often appears as...

  • pluvial event
  • pluvial period
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Weather Context

Use 'pluvial' to describe conditions with a lot of rain, often over an extended period.

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Agricultural planning must consider pluvial seasons to ensure proper irrigation.
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Climate Studies

'Pluvial' is frequently used in discussing weather patterns or climate changes over time.

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Scientists attribute the lush vegetation to the pluvial epochs of the region.
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Descriptive Detail

'Pluvial' adds a detail to imply that not only is it rainy, but also significant in quantity or effect.

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They had a memorable evening despite the pluvial backdrop.
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