Why Cities Are Getting Hotter: The Urban Heat Island Effect and Rising City Temperatures
Nature World News | 23.03.2026 23:48
Cities around the world are warming faster than the surrounding countryside, and a big reason is the urban heat island effect. In many metropolitan areas, city temperature rise can push urban temperatures several degrees above nearby rural regions, especially at night. This isn't just a side effect of climate change—it's a pattern shaped by how cities are built and managed, no matter where they are located.
