A multiscale outlook of the heat islands phenomenon in the Milan area
Journal title TERRITORIO
Author/s Nicola Colaninno
Publishing Year 2025 Issue 2024/108-109
Language English Pages 12 P. 261-272 File size 707 KB
DOI 10.3280/TR2024-108025
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Urban heat island (uhi) phenomenon, intensified by climate change, challenges cities and affects public health and well-being. This study explores the uhi in Milan from a multiscale perspective – regional, urban, and intra-urban – highlighting the impact of land use, urban morphology, and vegetation on temperature patterns. On the regional scale, the study identifies a heat island effect that is particularly responsive to variations in land cover. City-wide analysis shows the uhi intensity reaching up to 3.0°C at night. The intra-urban analysis reveals how urban geometry and vegetation shape the microclimate and reduce heat stress. The findings advocate for scalespecific urban planning strategies, emphasizing green infrastructure and climate-resilient designs to alleviate uhi effects.
Keywords: heat islands; urban planning; climate resilience
Nicola Colaninno, A multiscale outlook of the heat islands phenomenon in the Milan area in "TERRITORIO" 108-109/2024, pp 261-272, DOI: 10.3280/TR2024-108025