Hydrology

Hydrology (ISSN 2306-5338), abbreviated as *Hydrology-Basel*, is a peer-reviewed, open access journal published by MDPI that serves as a dedicated platform for advancing the scientific understanding of water in the environment. The journal’s scope encompasses the full spectrum of hydrological sciences, including but not limited to surface water and groundwater hydrology, water quality and biogeochemistry, hydrological modeling and forecasting, ecohydrology, and the interactions between climate variability and water resources. It also addresses pressing applied topics such as flood and drought risk assessment, water resource management, and the impacts of land use change on hydrological processes. The journal welcomes a variety of article types, including original research articles, comprehensive reviews, technical notes, and case studies, all of which undergo rigorous single-blind peer review to ensure scientific integrity. The primary target audience comprises hydrologists, environmental scientists, civil and water resource engineers, geographers, and policymakers engaged in water-related research and management. As an open access journal, all published content is freely available online, maximizing global dissemination and citation potential. With a 2026 Impact Factor of 3.100, *Hydrology* holds a Q2 ranking in its JCR quartile and is classified in the 3区 (Zone 3) within the environmental science and ecology subject area in the Chinese Academy of Sciences classification. This standing reflects its solid reputation as a reputable and steadily growing venue for hydrological scholarship, offering a valuable outlet for researchers seeking to contribute to the field with broad visibility and credible indexing.