Trends and Patterns of Daily Maximum, Minimum and Mean Temperature in Brazil from 2000 to 2020

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According to data obtained from meteorological towers, Brazil has significantly increased temperature in the past 20 years, particularly in the North and Midwest regions. Vapor pressure deficit and evapotranspiration were also analyzed, showing an increase across the entire country, confirming that the air is becoming drier. This warming trend is part of the global climate change phenomenon caused by the rise of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, fires, poor soil management practices, deforestation, and logging. The increase in temperature and dryness has profoundly impacted Brazil’s climate and ecosystems, leading to intensified extreme weather events and changes in the distribution of both animal and plant species. This study highlights the importance of utilizing meteorological tower data to monitor and understand the effects of climate change in Brazil. It emphasizes the need for immediate action to address its causes and mitigate its negative impacts.

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Curado, L. F. A., de Paulo, S. R., de Paulo, I. J. C., de Oliveira Maionchi, D., da Silva, H. J. A., de Oliveira Costa, R., … Rodrigues, T. R. (2023). Trends and Patterns of Daily Maximum, Minimum and Mean Temperature in Brazil from 2000 to 2020. Climate, 11(8). https://doi.org/10.3390/cli11080168

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