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Bakersfield

United States

Bakersfield is projected to face major climate hazards primarily characterized by extreme heat and the onset of dangerous heat extremes. These escalating temperatures will likely lead to increased health risks, especially for vulnerable populations who may suffer from heat-related illnesses. Furthermore, the agricultural sector could experience heat stress on crops, which may result in decreased productivity and economic challenges. The projected rise in the frequency and intensity of heat events poses a significant risk to public health and community resilience, exacerbating existing vulnerabilities. As temperatures climb, the city will need to prepare for the impacts of extreme heat and develop robust strategies to mitigate its effects on residents and critical services.

Hazard Outlook

How will Bakersfield's projected climate hazards compare to other cities under a 3.0°C future warming scenario?

Maximum Temperature

77th percentile High exposure

Bakersfield's projected maximum temperature of 10.8°C is among the highest of all cities globally under a 3.0°C warming scenario.

Bakersfield
5.0 Cooler → Hotter 13

Heavy Rainfall Days

54th percentile Elevated exposure

With 10 days of heavy rainfall expected, Bakersfield ranks higher than most cities for extreme precipitation events.

Bakersfield
0.0 Fewer → More 36

Longest Heatwave

40th percentile Moderate exposure

Bakersfield may experience heatwaves lasting up to 4 days, near the median of other cities.

Bakersfield
0.0 Shorter → Longer 92

Elevation

56th percentile Moderate exposure

At 122 m elevation, Bakersfield faces moderate risk from coastal flooding and sea level rise.

Bakersfield
-8.0 Lower → Higher 4k

Maximum Rainfall

13th percentile Lower exposure

Bakersfield's projected maximum rainfall of 6 mm is lower than most cities globally.

Bakersfield
0.0 Lower → Higher 35

Exposure Summary

Max Temp
Heavy Rain
Heatwave
Elevation
Max Rain

Adaptation Priorities

Bakersfield faces high exposure to max temp and elevated exposure to heavy rain. 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 Bakersfield.

No solutions have been documented for Bakersfield.

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