Analog, or conventional, rain gauges tell you the amount of precipitation since the last time the rain gauge was emptied. To choose a rain gauge for your rain measurement needs, decide what information is important to you, and where to best place your rain gauge for optimal accuracy. AcuRite rain gauges range from a simple rainfall collection device to being part of a sophisticated weather station. Personal precipitation information is useful for making decisions about the amount of watering your lawn or garden requires. What does a Rain Gauge MeasureĪ rain gauge is a useful weather tool that tells you how much rain has fallen right in your own back yard. An analog rain gauge requires manually reading the rainfall accumulation and emptying after every rainfall event. A digital rain gauge self-empties and transmits the data electronically to a receiver, either a display or directly online to an app or website. What is a Rain Gauge?Ī rain gauge is a device to measure the amount of rainfall at any given location. This article was originally published in 2017 and has been updated in 2021 to include relevant products and details.
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