Temporal Analysis of Land Surface Temperature (LST) Dynamics (2003-2023) Using Geospatial Techniques
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The study examines the spatio-temporal fluctuations in Land Surface Temperature (LST) throughout five significant years-2003, 2008, 2013, 2018, and 2023-in the West Kohima district. Satellite-derived thermal imagery was employed to produce land surface temperature maps for evaluating temperature distribution and temporal variations. The analysis indicates a persistent increase in surface temperatures, accompanied by a notable expansion of high-temperature regions (exceeding 31?C), especially in the northern and eastern sectors of the study area. These findings highlight the consequences of urbanization, vegetation depletion, and alterations in land use/land cover on thermal dynamics, leading to localized warming and possible urban heat island phenomena. The research underscores the necessity for sustainable urban planning and vegetation preservation to alleviate the detrimental effects of increasing temperatures on the local climate and community health.
Authors: Rokovotso Nagi, Kedovikho Yhoshu
Institution: Nagaland University
Language: English
Topic: Urban Heat Island Mitigation
Subfield: Environmental Engineering
Field: Environmental Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4415736746