An accurate, inexpensive, small-orifice rain gage (modified Victor-rain gage) with an orifice diameter of 20.2 mm was developed for use in rainfall networks and in agrometeorological and hydrological studies. It has a large capacity and can be installed and read easily. Comparison with standard rain gages showed good agreement under various conditions of exposure and with different observation techniques. Small amounts of rainfall are likely to be overestimated, owing to a film of water adhering to the glass water container of the gage, whereas hail tends to be underestimated. If the gage is intended for storage, the funnel tube has to reach nearly to the bottom of the inner vessel.
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