Auckland central city can be 3C hotter at night

RNZNZ HeraldTuesday 14 January 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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New research shows Auckland's central city can be up to three degrees warmer at night than other areas due to the urban heat island effect. The study found significant temperature variations between locations just a few blocks apart, particularly in areas with many hard surfaces.

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First reported by RNZ, Tue 14 Jan 2025, 7:09am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 87 minutes
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    Research reveals potentially dangerous 'urban heat island’ effect in central Auckland (opens in new tab)

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    Urban heat island effect sees Auckland CBD temperatures soar at night (opens in new tab)