The extreme precipitation risk product captures the projected risks of extreme precipitation events across the globe. This product identifies extreme precipitation events characterized by both extreme absolute magnitude and extreme relative to the typical precipitation patterns of a specific location. This data is intended to be used to assess the projected extreme precipitation conditions under two future scenarios (SSP2-4.5 and SSP5-8.5) from 2030-2090.
The global Extreme Precipitation Projection Risk v2 products capture the projected risk of extreme precipitation across the globe using well-established precipitation indices. These products identify extreme precipitation events characterized by both extreme absolute magnitude and extreme relative to the typical precipitation patterns of a specific location. For instance, while London, UK may experience frequent rain events, they are less common in Phoenix, US. To achieve this, we established thresholds based on relevant scientific literature. These products can be used to assess the future risk from extreme precipitation in global land areas at decadal time steps for Shared Socioeconomic Pathway scenarios SSP2-4.5 and SSP5-8.5.