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Estimating Reservoir Evaporation Under Mediterranean Climate Using Indirect Methods: A Case Study in Southern Portugal

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Alentejo and Algarve, regions of Southern Portugal, are characterized by a typical Mediterranean climate were evaporation plays a significant role in reservoir water budgets. Therefore, estimating water surface evaporation is essential for efficient reservoir water management. This study aims to (i) Assess the reservoir evaporation pattern in Southern Portugal, from meteorological offshore measures; (ii) benchmark various indirect methods for evaluating reservoir evaporation at a monthly scale and (iii) provide recommendations on the most suitable indirect method to apply in operational practices.

Source: Hydrology

DOI: 10.3390/hydrology12110286

Authors: Carlos Miranda Rodrigues, Rita Cabral Guimarães, Madalena Moreira

Institution: University of Évora

Language: English

Topic: Hydrology and Watershed Management Studies

Subfield: Water Science and Technology

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Clean water and sanitation, Climate action

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,172