Pingxiang
China
Pingxiang is projected to face increasing climate hazards, primarily characterized by extreme heat and dangerous heat extremes. As global temperatures rise, the city will likely experience more frequent and severe heat episodes, putting significant stress on urban infrastructure and public health. Vulnerable populations may face heightened risks related to heat-related illnesses, exacerbating socio-economic disparities. Additionally, the intensity and duration of heat events could challenge local ecosystems and water resources, leading to further vulnerabilities. With these anticipated changes, it becomes essential for the city to understand and prepare for the potential implications of climate change on both human and natural systems. Understanding these risks will be vital for fostering resilience against the looming threats posed by extreme heat in the near future.
Hazard Outlook
How will Pingxiang's projected climate hazards compare to other cities under a 3.0°C future warming scenario?
Maximum Temperature
Pingxiang's projected maximum temperature of 10.1°C is higher than most cities globally under a 3.0°C warming scenario.
Maximum Rainfall
Pingxiang's projected maximum rainfall of 11 mm is higher than most cities globally.
Heavy Rainfall Days
With 10 days of heavy rainfall expected, Pingxiang ranks near the median of cities for extreme precipitation events.
Elevation
At 195 m elevation, Pingxiang faces moderate risk from coastal flooding and sea level rise.
Longest Heatwave
Pingxiang may experience heatwaves lasting up to 4 days, lower than most other cities.
Exposure Summary
Adaptation Priorities
Pingxiang faces elevated exposure to max temp, max 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 Pingxiang.
No solutions have been documented for Pingxiang.
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