Rostov-on-Don
Russia
Rostov-on-Don is projected to face serious climate hazards, notably extreme heat and dangerous heat extremes, which are expected to intensify. These rising temperatures can lead to health crises and increased energy demands. In addition, the city will experience more frequent heavy precipitation events, which may result in flooding and infrastructure strain. The increased frequency of these climate risks presents significant challenges for the city's resilience and urban planning efforts. As Rostov-on-Don navigates these vulnerabilities, it remains essential to recognize the urgency of addressing these projected hazards. Understanding how to adapt and prepare for these changes is crucial for safeguarding the community and maintaining the city's functionality in the face of an evolving climate landscape.
Hazard Outlook
How will Rostov-on-Don's projected climate hazards compare to other cities under a 3.0°C future warming scenario?
Maximum Temperature
Rostov-on-Don's projected maximum temperature of 10.0°C is higher than most cities globally under a 3.0°C warming scenario.
Longest Heatwave
Rostov-on-Don may experience heatwaves lasting up to 5 days, higher than most other cities.
Heavy Rainfall Days
With 11 days of heavy rainfall expected, Rostov-on-Don ranks higher than most cities for extreme precipitation events.
Elevation
At 57 m elevation, Rostov-on-Don faces elevated risk from coastal flooding and sea level rise.
Maximum Rainfall
Rostov-on-Don's projected maximum rainfall of 6 mm is lower than most cities globally.
Exposure Summary
Adaptation Priorities
Rostov-on-Don faces elevated exposure to max temp, heatwave, heavy rain, elevation. These areas may warrant priority attention in adaptation planning.
Data source: Climate projections from the IPCC AR6 scenario analysis. See our methodology for details on how we process and interpret this data.
Deployed Solutions
Deployed climate adaptation technologies identified in Rostov-on-Don.
No solutions have been documented for Rostov-on-Don.
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