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https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-30-2107-2026
https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-30-2107-2026
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15 Apr 2026
Research article |  | 15 Apr 2026

Nonlinear hydro-climatic controls on an arid-region lake: evidence from 40 years of remote sensing

Rui Zou, Xiaojun Wang, Jianyun Zhang, Wentai Pang, and Jianfeng Liu

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We studied a lake in an arid region to understand how climate change affects its size and long-term changes. Using forty years of satellite images, we developed an improved method to create a complete monthly record of the lake's area. Our results show that rainfall drives lake growth in spring and summer, while sunlight and evaporation reduce it in autumn and winter. These findings reveal how sensitive arid-region lakes are to climate change and provide guidance for water management.
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