Spatiotemporal Analysis of Urban Heat Island Effects in Nigerian Cities Using MODIS Data

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This analysis shows increased urban heat island effects across Nigerian cities, highlighting vegetation's role in moderating temperatures.

UHI intensification leads to high land surface temperatures, with daytime values reaching 34–38°C across many cities.
Negative NDVI trends indicate a substantial correlation between vegetation decrease and rising surface temperatures, particularly in Lagos and Abuja.
Application of a multi-parameter geospatial framework assessed land surface temperature, albedo, and vegetation cover to understand UHI effects effectively.
High heat mitigation potential was noted in cities like Ibadan and Benin City due to preserved vegetation, underscoring the need for urban greening initiatives.

Sulaiman et al. (2025) studied this question.

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This analysis shows increased urban heat island effects across Nigerian cities, highlighting vegetation's role in moderating temperatures.