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When are temperature differences between urban and rural land greatest? Why?

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The temperature contrast from rural to urban areas is typically greatest during clear evenings with light winds. Rural areas cool off much faster at night than cities, as urban areas retain a lot of the heat stored in roads, buildings and other structures.

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