Evaporation deficit as an indicator of water balance in Chiapas, Mexico
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https://doi.org/10.18633/biotecnia.v27.2459Keywords:
drought; water stress; climate assessment; evaporation; rainfallAbstract
This study introduces evaporation deficit (DE) as a novel indicator to assess water balance and climate vulnerability in the state of Chiapas, Mexico. Analyzing data from 188 meteorological stations, we examined spatial and temporal variations in DE. Results indicate that DE is a robust tool for identifying regions and periods prone to drought or excessive moisture. A high spatial variability in DE distribution was observed, attributed to the complexity of hydrometeorological processes in the region. To estimate monthly DE from annual DE, the state was subdivided into three zones (A: R²=0.94, RMSE=0.216; B: R²=0.96, RMSE=0.065; C: R²=0.88, RMSE=0.415). This study demonstrates that DE is a valuable indicator for assessing water balance in Chiapas, providing insights with implications for water resources management and agriculture. However, the study acknowledges limitations related to data quality and spatial scale. Future investigations might explore the potential of DE as a tool for agricultural decision-making.
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