The orthophoto shows the detailed street layout and vegetation in the 6th district.
Comparing this with the thermal map helps to relate physical features with thermal patterns, enabling more effective urban heat mitigation strategies.
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This thermal image visually represents heat intensity across the streets. Brighter colors indicate hotter zones, predominantly along major roads and dense built-up areas.
This visualization is key for identifying hotspots and prioritizing cooling interventions.
This chart shows the percentage coverage of different surface types in Budapest’s streets alongside their average temperatures. – Roads cover the largest area and tend to have the highest temperatures (around 40–41°C). – Green areas and vegetated surfaces have smaller coverage but significantly cooler temperatures. – Understanding surface distribution helps target urban cooling strategies effectively.
Photo: Bertalan Soos https://bertalansoos.com/en/
The combined analysis reveals the critical role of surface materials and green coverage in managing urban heat. Strategies such as increasing vegetation, using reflective or permeable surfaces, and redesigning street layouts can improve thermal comfort and resilience in Budapest’s 6th district.
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The data used for this analysis are publicly accessible at: cityzcan.eu/apps This study was conducted as part of the ICISK project in 2024.