About typical and anomalous modes of sea water cooling in a coastal zone of the Curonian spit

Researchers have identified distinct cooling patterns of seawater along the Curonian Spit, revealing both typical and anomalous regimes influenced by coastal dynamics. The study highlights how wind-driven processes, such as upwelling and mixing, can lead to rapid temperature drops, particularly in shallow nearshore areas. Using a combination of field measurements, satellite data, and numerical modeling, the team analyzed thermal variability over multiple seasons, uncovering mechanisms that deviate from expected cooling trends. These findings contribute to understanding coastal climate resilience and may inform conservation strategies for this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Kupriyanova, A., Gritsenko, V., Kileso, A., & Korobchenkova, K. (2024). About typical and anomalous modes of sea water cooling in a coastal zone of the Curonian spit. Hydrometeorology and Ecology. Proceedings of the Russian State Hydrometeorological University, (73), 666–683. https://doi.org/10.33933/2713-3001-2023-73-666-683