An extreme heatwave is a period of successive days (three days in SA) when the temperature is considerably hotter than the concluding month and a 30-year average. Extreme heatwaves in Adelaide usually last up to three days. Following CRCLCL research, this factsheet provides tips on staying safe during excessive heat.
uhi factsheet4 stay safe in heatwaves final (917216 PDF)
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RP2005: Urban Micro Climates