China natural runoff dataset version 1.0 (CNRD v1.0)

The quality-controlled gridded naturalized runoff dataset, the China natural runoff dataset version 1.0 (CNRD v1.0), is reconstructed by using a comprehensive model parameter uncertainty analysis framework within a land-surface model. CNRD v1.0 provides daily, monthly and annual 0.25° runoff estimates for the period 1961–2018 over China. CNRD v1.0 was generated using the Variable Infiltration Capacity model with a comprehensive parameter uncertainty analysis framework incorporating parameter sensitivity analysis, optimization and regionalization based on 200 natural or near-natural gauge catchments.Global attributes:Variables = Total runoff (qtot)<br>Data Types = Histrorical reconstruction<br>Date format = NetCDF4Temporal Range = 1961-01-01 to 2018-12-31 <br>Spatial extent = 18.6250° N ~53.6250° N, 73.375° E ~135.1250° EUnits = mmMissing value = -9999<br>_FillValue = -9999Publications:1. Gou, J. J., Miao, C. Y., Duan, Q. Y., Tang, Q. H., Di, Z. H., Liao, W. H., Wu, J. W., &amp; Zhou, R. (2020). Sensitivity analysis-based automatic parameter calibration of the variable infiltration capacity (VIC) model for streamflow simulations over China. Water Resources Research, 56, https://doi.org/10.1029/2019wr025968;2. Gou, J. J., Miao, C. Y., Samaniego, L., Xiao, M., Wu, J. W. &amp; Guo, X. Y. (2020). CNRD v1.0: a high-quality natural runoff dataset for hydrological and climate studies in China. Bulletin of the American Meteorological Society (Under Review).