Comparison of hydrologically simulated and remotely sensed actual evapotranspiration from some mediterranean végétation formations

Abstract

Actual evapotranspiration (AET) estimates representing four Mediterranean végétation formations (from shrubland to dense woodland) have been obtained using a physically-based hydrological model and a simplified residual energy budget method applied to HCMM satellite sensor data. A good agreement between simulated and remotely sensed AET values has been obtained. Results are discussed with reference to roughness scaling lengths for momentum and heat. © 1985 Taylor and Francis Ltd.