generate questions: Tucson has a desert climate (Köppen BWh), with two major seasons, summer and winter; plus three minor seasons: fall, spring, and the monsoon. Tucson averages 11.8 inches (299.7 mm) of precipitation per year, more than most other locations with desert climates, but it still qualifies due to its high evapotranspiration; in other words, it experiences a high net loss of water. A similar scenario is seen in Alice Springs, Australia, which averages 11 inches (279.4 mm) a year, but has a desert climate.
What kind of climate is Tuscon? {sep_token} What other city is similar to Tuscon in precipitation and climate? {sep_token} What is the average amount of  yearly precipitation in Tuscon in inches? {sep_token} What does Tuscon have more than most desert climates? {sep_token} What does Tuscon have a high net loss of? {sep_token} What is Tucson's climate type? {sep_token} How much rain does Tucson get each year? {sep_token} What is evapotranspiration? {sep_token} Which Australian town has a similar climate as Tucson? {sep_token} What is Alice Springs's average rainfall? {sep_token}