Rainfall Variability Analysis of Jodhpur Tehsil, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India

Abstract

Rainfall in India shows remarkable temporal and spatial variations. This characteristic affects the ground water levels and water levels of surface water bodies as well. This paper attempts to map and analyse the rainfall patterns of 30 years for Jodhpur tehsil by calculating the rainfall deviation with an intent to understand the impact on water logging and availability of water in the region.