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Generation Of Rainfall Data Series Using 2nd Order Markov Chain Model: A Case Study Of Porthharcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

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Faculty Engineering, Environment & Technology
Course Statistics
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Year covered:1996-2015.
Pages: 60
Format: Ms word
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Abstract:
This study investigates the generation of rainfall data series using the Second Order Markov Chain Model. The research develop a robust methodology for simulating realistic rainfall patterns, leveraging on historical rainfall data spanning over 20 years period (1996-2015). The historic observed rainfall data sets were obtained from the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet). The study explores the temporal dependencies between consecutive days' rainfall states, categorized into four distinct states: rainy days followed by rainy days (RR), rainy days followed by dry days (RD), dry days followed by rainy days (DR), and dry days followed by dry days (DD). The Markov Chain Model effectively captured these dependencies, allowing for the prediction of rainfall trends and the generation of synthetic rainfall sequences. The analysis revealed significant variability in rainfall patterns, with notable implications for flood management, urban planning, and environmental sustainability in Port Harcourt.
The results indicate that while the Second Order Markov Chain Model is suitable for short-term rainfall forecasting, its accuracy decreases over longer periods due to the complexity of the rainfall processes. Recommendations include enhancing data collection efforts, integrating more advanced models, and considering the impacts of climate change on future rainfall patterns.
This research contributes valuable insights into the application of stochastic models in hydrology, providing a framework for improving water resource management and mitigating the risks associated with extreme weather events in coastal regions like Port Harcourt.
Table of Content:
TITLE PAGE i
DECLARATION ii
DEDICATION iii
CERTIFICATION iv
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT v
ABSTRACT vi
TABLE OF CONTENT vii
LIST OF TABLES x
LIST OF FIGURES xi

CHAPTER ONE 1
1.0 BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY 1
1.1 AIM OF THE STUDY 4
1.2 OBJECTIVE OF THE STUDY 4
1.3 PERIOD OF RAINING SEASON IN NIGERIA 5
1.3.1 GEOGRAPHICAL FEATURES OF NIGERIA 5
1.3.2 COASTAL REGIONS IN NIGERIA 5
1.3.3 INLAND REGIONS IN NIGERIA 6
1.3.4 NORTHERN REGIONS IN NIGERIA 6
1.4 SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY 6
1.5 SCOPE OF STUDY 7
1.5.1 SCOPE 7
1.5.2 LIMITATIONS 7
1.6 AREA OF STUDY 8
1.7 RESEACH QUESTIONS 11

CHAPTER TWO 12
2.0 PREVIOUS FROM OTHER RESEARCHERS 12
2.1 FORECASTING AND PREDICTION ON WEATHER 17
2.1.1 WEATHER FORECAST PREDICTION 18

CHAPTER THREE 19
3.1 RESEARCH DESIGN 19
3.2 DESCRIPTION OF THE AREA OF STUDY 19
3.3 DATA DESCRIPTION 19
3.4 MODEL SPECIFICATION 20
3.4.1 STOCHASTIC PROCESS 20
3.4.2 MARKOV PROBABILITY MODEL 21
3.4.3 MARKOV PROCES 22
3.4.4 TRANSITION PROBABILITIES 22
3.4.5 TRANSFORMING A PROCESS INTO A MARKOV CHAIN 23
3.4.6 CHAPMAN-KOLMOGOROV EQUATIONS 24
3.4.7 PROOF OF C-K EQUATIONS 25
3.4.8 STATIONARY PROCESS 25
3.4.9 STATIONARY DISTRIBUTIONS 26
3.5 FORMULATION OF THE SECOND ORDER MARKOV CHAIN MODEL 27
3.6 STEADY STATE ANALYSIS AND LIMITING DISTRIBUTIONS 29
3.7 SECOND ORDER MARKOV CHAIN MODEL 31
3.8 THE INITIAL STATE VECTOR AND THE N-STEP TRANSITION 32
3.9 USING MARKOV CHAIN IN FORECASTING 33
3.9.1 TRANSFORM DATA TO A NORMAL DISTRIBUTION 33
3.9.2 MAKE A DESCRIPTIVE STATISTICS 34
3.9.3 GENERATE RANDOM VARIABLES 34
3.9.4 BUILD THE MARKOV MODEL FOR THE GENERATION 35
3.10 MEASUREMENTS OF THE RELIABILITY OF FORECASTING 35
3.11 ‘R’ LANGUAGE 36

CHAPTER FOUR 39
4.1 ANALYSIS AND RESULTS 39
4.2 DESCRIPTIVE ANALYSIS 39
4.3 MONTHLY RAINFALL PATTERN FOR THE 2ND ORDER MARKOV 44
PROCESS FOR THE YEAR 1995-2015

CHAPTER FIVE 45
5.1 SUMMARY 45
5.2 CONCLUSION 45
5.3 RECOMMENDATIONS 46

REFERENCES 48
Introduction:
BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY

Rainfall is one of the most fundamental and vital components of the Earth's climate system, serving as a primary driver of life-sustaining processes on our planet. From nurturing agricultural crops to replenishing freshwater sources, rainfall plays a pivotal role in shaping ecosystems, sustaining biodiversity, and supporting human civilizations across the globe, (Wikipedia).
Rainfall is a crucial climatic parameter with significant implications for various sectors including agriculture, hydrology, ecology, and urban planning. Understanding rainfall patterns and trends is essential for water resource management, flood prediction, drought monitoring, and climate change research. Rainfall data series, which represent the temporal variation of rainfall over a specific area, are indispensable for such analyses, (C.W. Richardson 1981).
According to (Yusuf et al., 2014), generating realistic rainfall data series is vital for numerous scientific and practical applications, ranging from the simulation of hydrological processes to the assessment of climate models' performance. However, obtaining accurate and reliable rainfall data series can be challenging due to factors such as limited availability of observations, spatial and temporal variability, and the complexity of underlying meteorological processes.
In recent years, various methodologies have been developed to generate rainfall data series, encompassing statistical, stochastic, and dynamical approaches. Statistical methods often rely on historical observations to estimate probability distributions of rainfall characteristics such as intensity, duration, and frequency. Stochastic techniques, such as Markov chain models and random number generators, simulate rainfall sequences based on predefined statistical properties. Dynamical methods involve the use of numerical weather models to simulate the atmospheric processes driving rainfall formation and movement.
This introduction provides an overview of the importance of rainfall data series generation and the challenges associated with it. In subsequent sections, we will delve into the methodologies employed for generating rainfall data series, highlighting their strengths, limitations, and applications. Additionally, we will discuss the significance of generated rainfall data series in various fields and explore emerging trends and advancements in this field of research. By understanding the processes involved in generating rainfall data series, researchers and practitioners can make informed decisions and effectively utilize these data for scientific studies and practical applications.
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