Aridity
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Aridity is a condition of geographical regions characterized by low annual precipitation, increased temperatures, and limited water availability. These areas, which make up approximately 43% of total
Arid regions of the Western United States as mapped in 1893
Semi-arid climate
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A semi-arid climate, semi-desert climate, or steppe climate is a dry climate sub-type. It is located on regions that receive precipitation below potential evapotranspiration, but not as low as a deser
Aridity
…through climate change. For example, temperature increase by 1.5–2.1 percent across the Nile Basin over the next 30–40 years could change the region from semi-arid to arid, significantly reducing the land usable for agriculture. In addition, changes in land use can increase demands on soil water and thereby increase…
Sahel region of Mali.
Semi-arid climate in Queensland, Australia.
Semi-arid climate in Montana, United States.