| Maps are given showing expected precipitation probabilities in tercile classes. The maps indicate probabilities that seasonal
precipitation will fall into the wettest third of the years (top number), the middle third of years (middle number) or the driest third of the years (bottom). An outlook of
climatology "C" (light grey) indicates equal probabilities in each class; i.e.,
there is no basis for favoring the forecast of any particular category. Areas
marked "D" (dark grey) experience a pronounced dry season during the forecast
period, typically receiving less than 15% of their annual precipitation or less
than 5 cm total during this three-month period. Boundaries between sub-regions
should be considered transition zones, and their location considered to be only
qualitatively correct. |
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