Besides relief rainfall, two other types of rainfall are:
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Convectional Rainfall: This type of rainfall occurs when the sun heats the Earth's surface, causing the air above it to warm and rise. As the warm air rises, it cools and condenses, leading to precipitation. Convectional rainfall is commonly associated with thunderstorms and is often seen in tropical regions.
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Frontal Rainfall: This occurs when two air masses with different temperatures and humidity levels meet. The warmer, lighter air is forced to rise over the cooler, denser air, leading to condensation and precipitation. Frontal rainfall is commonly associated with mid-latitude weather systems and can lead to prolonged periods of rain.