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The Evaporation Rate Calculator estimates the daily water loss from a surface due to evaporation. It's commonly used in swimming pool maintenance, industrial processes, and environmental studies to determine water consumption and conservation needs.
The calculator uses the evaporation formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates the volume of water evaporated by multiplying surface area by evaporation depth, then converting to gallons.
Details: Accurate evaporation calculation helps in water resource management, swimming pool maintenance, industrial cooling systems, and agricultural water planning. It's essential for predicting water loss and planning replenishment strategies.
Tips: Enter surface area in square feet and evaporation rate in inches per day. Typical evaporation rates range from 0.1 to 0.5 inches per day depending on temperature, humidity, and wind conditions.
Q1: What factors affect evaporation rates?
A: Temperature, humidity, wind speed, and water surface characteristics significantly influence evaporation rates.
Q2: How can I measure evaporation rate?
A: Use an evaporation pan or calculate from weather data using empirical formulas based on temperature and humidity.
Q3: What are typical evaporation rates for swimming pools?
A: Typically 0.1-0.25 inches per day in moderate climates, but can exceed 0.5 inches in hot, dry, windy conditions.
Q4: Does this calculation account for rainfall?
A: No, this calculates gross evaporation only. Net evaporation would subtract rainfall from the calculated value.
Q5: Can this be used for other liquids besides water?
A: The formula structure applies, but the conversion factor (7.48) is specific to water. For other liquids, use their specific gravity.