Analysis of climate change in Chelyabinsk and Kurgan: effects of temperature and precipitation from 1990 to 2020 based on CRU data

Abstract

This study analyzes climate patterns in the Kurgan and Chelyabinsk regions of Russia using high-resolution data from the Climate Research Unit (CRU) between 1990 and 2020. The research focuses on how temperature and precipitation have evolved over time and their impacts on local ecosystems, agriculture, and water resources. Using MATLAB for visualization, temperature and precipitation maps were created for January and July across five time periods to understand the spatial and temporal variations in these regions. The analysis revealed a noticeable increase in temperature, with warmer winters and hotter summers in both regions. Precipitation patterns showed a shift, with a significant decrease in winter precipitation (January) and an increase in summer rainfall (July). These findings highlight the need for targeted regional climate adaptation strategies to cope with changing weather patterns and ensure sustainable management of resources.