Variable Infiltration Capacity Model

The Variable Infiltration Capacity (VIC) Model is a computer-based tool used to simulate how water moves through the environment, especially in terms of rainfall, snow, and soil moisture. It helps predict things like stream flow and drought conditions by representing how water infiltrates the ground, is stored in snow, and eventually flows into rivers. The model accounts for changing conditions such as temperature and land type, making it valuable for water resource management, flood forecasting, and climate studies. Essentially, it provides a scientific way to understand and predict water-related processes in the Earth's system.