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Temperatures and drought are on the rise in the Antalya Basin: Agriculture and tourism under threat
Antalya, which is set to host COP31, is heading towards a climate that will be hotter, drier and harsher by the end of the century. Scientific studies indicate that even the inland areas, currently considered cool, will fall into the ‘hot region’ category. It is predicted that coastal areas will be hit harder by this
transformation, with regions suitable for tourism set to shrink significantly. Under the worst-case scenario, average temperatures—currently ranging between 10 and 12 degrees—are projected to rise to as high as 18–20 degrees, particularly in coastal regions. Experts warn that measures must be taken without delay to address the risks ranging from water resources to agriculture and tourism.
Assoc. Professor Dr. Kaan Işınkaralar stated that Antalya, which will host COP31, is set to be one of the regions where the effects of climate change will be felt most tangibly and rapidly.
“Scientific studies indicate that temperatures in the region will rise significantly by the end of the century and that climate comfort – that is, climatic parameters such as temperature, humidity and wind that make people feel comfortable – will decrease significantly, particularly in coastal areas. These changes, which will directly affect leading sectors of Antalya’s economy such as tourism and agriculture, necessitate the development of urgent adaptation policies,” Dr. Işınkaralar said.
The greatest changes to occur in coastal areas!
Pointing out that a research conducted jointly by scientists from Kastamonu and Hiroshima Universities reveals that the Antalya region will be among those most adversely affected by climate change, he noted, “According to the studies, by the end of the century, the region will experience significant changes in terms of both temperatures and humidity, as well as climate comfort.”
Highlighting that coastal regions are among the areas most affected by these changes, he warned, “Warmer and drier climatic conditions may emerge in the coming years.”
