BRIDGING DATA GAPS IN URBAN CLIMATE STUDIES: THE POTENTIAL OF A LOW-COST METEOROLOGICAL SHELTER

Autores/as

  • Larissa Vieira Zezzo Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP) image/svg+xml
  • Priscila Pereira Coltri Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP) image/svg+xml

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14393/RCG2779538

Palabras clave:

Meteorological monitoring, Applied climatology, Microclimate analysis, Urban heat islands, Resilience

Resumen

Climate change and rapid urbanization are altering urban ecosystems, intensifying phenomena such as Urban Heat Islands (UHI) and exacerbating challenges related to air quality, water availability, and public health. The replacement of natural surfaces with built infrastructure alters local climates dynamics, while global warming amplifies extreme events, increasing urban vulnerability. In line with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 11, which proposes to make cities inclusive, resilient, and sustainable, understanding urban microclimates is crucial for effective adaptation strategies. However, reliable meteorological data remain scarce in many developing countries due to limited monitoring networks, high costs, and infrastructure constraints. In response, this study developed and validated a low-cost meteorological shelter using accessible materials, in accordance with World Meteorological Organization (WMO) guidelines. Field tests conducted under real conditions confirmed their reliability in measuring near-surface air temperature. Its affordability and ease of replication make it a viable tool for institutions with limited resources, supporting the democratization of climate data. Beyond UHI research, the proposed solution has potential applications in agroclimatic assessments, hydrometeorological modeling, and environmental forecasting, with demonstrated suitability for tropical climates.

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Biografía del autor/a

  • Larissa Vieira Zezzo, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP)

    Graduada em Ciências Ambientais pela Universidade Federal de São Paulo (UNIFESP). Mestre em Geociências e Meio Ambiente pela Universidade Estadual Paulista (UNESP). Doutora em Ciências pelo programa de Pós Graduação em Ensino e História das Ciências da Terra - Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP).  

  • Priscila Pereira Coltri, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP)

    Graduada em Engenharia Agronomica pela Universidade de São Paulo - ESALQ/USP, licenciada em Ciências Agrárias pela USP. Mestre em Agronomia, na área de Fitotecnia pela USP. Doutorado pela Faculdade de Engenharia Agrícola (Feagri), da Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP). 

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ZEZZO, Larissa Vieira; COLTRI, Priscila Pereira. BRIDGING DATA GAPS IN URBAN CLIMATE STUDIES: THE POTENTIAL OF A LOW-COST METEOROLOGICAL SHELTER. Caminhos de Geografia, Uberlândia, v. 27, p. e2751, 2026. DOI: 10.14393/RCG2779538. Disponível em: https://seer.ufu.br/index.php/caminhosdegeografia/article/view/79538. Acesso em: 16 aug. 2026.