The Q model, a Simple Conceptual Model for Runoff Simulation in Catchment Areas

Abstract

A model called the Q model for estimating daily runoff is described. The driving variables are precipitation and mean temperature and the model runs on a daily time step. In order to meet special requirements, the Q model was constructed using elements from different existing models. It was shown that a simpler structure with fewer parameters to calibrate gave equal model performance. The Q model has got an automatic calibration routine which considerably improves both handling and calibration procedures.

Published in

Rapport / Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet, Miljöanalys
2000, number: 2000:15
Publisher: Institutionen för miljöanalys, Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet

SLU Authors

• Kvarnäs, Hans

  • Department of Aquatic Sciences and Assessment, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
    

UKÄ Subject classification

Environmental Sciences and Nature Conservation

Permanent link to this page (URI)

https://res.slu.se/id/publ/132745