Articles | Volume 29, issue 1
https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-29-1-2025
https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-29-1-2025
Research article
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03 Jan 2025
Research article |  | 03 Jan 2025

Modelling convective cell life cycles with a copula-based approach

Chien-Yu Tseng, Li-Pen Wang, and Christian Onof

Model code and software

Met Office Rain Radar Data from the NIMROD System Met Office http://catalogue.ceda.ac.uk/uuid/82adec1f896af6169112d09cc1174499/

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This study presents a new algorithm to model convective storms. We used advanced tracking methods to analyse 165 storm events in Birmingham (UK) and reconstruct storm cell life cycles. We found that cell properties like intensity and size are interrelated and vary over time. The new algorithm, based on vine copulas, accurately simulates these properties and their evolution. It also integrates an exponential shape function for realistic rainfall patterns, enhancing its hydrological applicability.