In today’s lesson, we explored the concept of microclimates, which refer to local climate variations differing from general surrounding conditions. Factors influencing microclimates include surface color, relief, aspect, water presence, and shelter, with lighter surfaces like grass reflecting more heat due to higher albedo compared to darker surfaces such as tarmac. An example given was the cooler, shaded microclimate found under trees in Buskett compared to the surrounding hot areas, highlighting the impact of these factors on local climate.