Land surface temperature and urban heat island analysis using remote sensing and GIS: A case study in Mersin, Türkiye

Abstract

Global urbanization is rapidly increasing. This situation shifts land use/land cover (Lu/Lc) quickly. It also puts pressure on the land. Mersin, the study area, is also experiencing an increase in urbanization pressure. It is critical to assess the effects of urbanization on land. The calculation of remote sensing (RS) and geographic information system (GIS)-based Land surface temperature (LST) and urban heat island (UHI) aids in detecting impacts. LST and UHI maps were constructed for this purpose, and the most recent changes in the study area were monitored.