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Environmental Science

Urban Heat Island Effect and Its Mitigation Strategies

Quick fact

On a hot summer day, the temperature in a city can be 1–7°F (0.6–4°C) higher than surrounding rural areas, and up to 22°F (12°C) warmer at night.

Why this is interesting

Have you ever noticed that cities feel hotter than nearby countryside, even on the same sunny day? Why do pavements and buildings seem to radiate heat long after sunset?