August 5, 2025Open Access

Exploring urban heat islands with a simple thermodynamic model

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Urban heat islands show higher surface temperatures compared to rural areas, especially at night.
Mechanisms like reduced diurnal temperature range and lower urban albedo contribute to UHI intensity.
Theoretical modeling aligns closely with observed UHI dynamics in cities like Seoul and Suwon.
Long-term UHI changes are linked to urban-rural differences in temperature range, emphasizing urban heat storage.

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Theoretical model reveals mechanisms behind urban heat islands in cities, highlighting urban heat storage effects.

Jeon et al. (2025) studied this question.

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