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What's the record for how long it's ever rained without stopping?

  • Written by Lynn McMurdie, Research Associate Professor of Atmospheric Sciences, University of Washington
What's the record for how long it's ever rained without stopping?Some places rarely see the sun.Donat Photography / EyeEmWhat's the record for how long it's ever rained without stopping?

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