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The maximum WBGT [°C] during a hot summer day in the Antwerp city centre

Figure Created 17 Sep 2020 Published 17 Sep 2020 Last modified 17 Sep 2020

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Topics: Climate change adaptation

The map shows the maximum WBGT values; those exceeding 25 °C indicate heat stress. Locations with trees and/or water surfaces are the coolest, whereas the highest heat stress values are found over paved squares and streets where there is no shading.

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