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The method of Empirical Orthogonal Functions (EOF method) is combined with an objective interpolation technique, kriging, to generate runoff series at ungauged locations. In a case study the results are compared to series interpolated by a combination of EOF analysis and regression using catchment characteristics as independent variables. The results are also compared to linear weighting of an existing runoff series, a commonly used method for spatial interpolation. The influence of altitude on the runoff is studied comparing kriging based on 2 and 3 coordinates. The study showed that the capacity of EOF analysis combined with kriging is as good as the traditionally used linear weighting. The results, when altitude is included in the kriging, are improved.
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Hisdal, H., Tveito, O.E. Generation of runoff series at ungauged locations using empirical orthogonal functions in combination with kriging. Stochastic Hydrol Hydraul 6, 255–269 (1992). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01581620
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