temporary lake

A playa lake is a body of water found in arid or semiarid regions that dries up during drier months, leaving behind a playa. These temporary bodies of water are common in arid landscapes and can be known by various local names, including playa. The duration and predictability of these water bodies depend on climate and topography, with arid environments generally having shorter and less predictable lifespans for them. Temporary waters are typically shallow, and their physicochemical features are more susceptible to external influences like hydrology, sediment-water interchange, and wind compared to deeper, permanent waters. While lakes are generally considered temporary geological features, their existence relies on a balance between water input and loss, forming their water budget.1234