Topic: Upgrading the rain gauge...

[nincehelser]

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[havtrail]

I've never understood how something at or below the height of the opening of a rain gauge can calm the crosswind effect that makes them tend to read low in windy conditions. Can someone explain?

Rich K.

[nincehelser]

I've never understood how something at or below the height of the opening of a rain gauge can calm the crosswind effect that makes them tend to read low in windy conditions. Can someone explain?

Rich K.

I'd guess the turbulence created by the windscreen extends above the level of the windscreen.

[miraculon]

See this: AMS Alter Shield Explanation

Greg H.