Nonlinear Processes in Geophysics
Nonlinear Processes in Geophysics
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Articles | Volume 33, issue 1
Articles | Volume 33, issue 1
https://doi.org/10.5194/npg-33-17-2026
© Author(s) 2026. This work is distributed under
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https://doi.org/10.5194/npg-33-17-2026
© Author(s) 2026. This work is distributed under
the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.
Articles | Volume 33, issue 1
Research article
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06 Jan 2026
Research article |  | 06 Jan 2026

Exploring urban heat islands with a simple thermodynamic model

Mijeong Jeon, Kyeongjoo Park, Woosok Moon, Jae-Jin Kim, and Jong-Jin Baik

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Using a simple day-night thermodynamic model based on surface energy balance, this study explains key mechanisms of the urban heat island (UHI): reduced diurnal temperature range (DTR) due to high heat capacity and increased mean temperature from low albedo. The model captures the stronger nighttime UHI and reproduces observed patterns, showing its value in understanding UHI dynamics and urban effects.
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