Energy balance effects of extreme snow events on shallow frozen and thawed surfaces in highland pastoral areas

Key Points

• Extreme snow events significantly affect the energy balance of thawed and frozen surfaces, altering local ecosystems.
• Energy balance changes can lead to variations in local climate conditions and influence pasture productivity.
• Observational analysis across highland pastoral areas assessed changes in frozen and thawed surfaces.
• Highlighting the importance of understanding these effects, the findings may guide agricultural practices in similar regions.