Modelling the spatial pattern of heatwaves in the city of Bern using a land use regression approach

A novel approach using land use regression (LUR) modeling successfully interpolated low-cost temperature data to map urban heat island (UHI) patterns during heatwaves in Bern, Switzerland. The study leveraged 60 low-cost measurement devices and 14 spatial variables with varying buffer radii to develop three accurate models for nighttime heatwave scenarios. This method demonstrates a cost-effective solution for analyzing UHI effects without relying solely on satellite data or hobby meteorologists' contributions, offering valuable insights for urban planning and heat stress mitigation in UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Burger, M., Gubler, M., Heinimann, A., & Brönnimann, S. (2021). Modelling the spatial pattern of heatwaves in the city of Bern using a land use regression approach. Urban Climate, 38, 100885. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.uclim.2021.100885