Rain gauges

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rain_gauge)

A rain gauge (also known as a udometer or a pluviometer or an ombrometer or a cup) is a type of instrument used by meteorologists and hydrologists to gather and measure the amount of liquid precipitation over a set period of time. (Wikipedia)

Preferred Units: N/A

Scope Note:
N/A

This term is used for the following terms: 
Ombrometer
Pluviometer
Rain intensity recorder
Udometer

Approved Date
08-Nov-2012

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