Climatologies of effective UV doses over Cyprus
Authors/Creators
- 1. Eratosthenes Centre of Excellence
- 2. National Observatory of Athens
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Academy of Athens
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Cyprus University of Technology
- 5. Technologiko Panepistemio Kyprou
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Physikalisch-Meteorologisches Observatorium Davos
Description
This dataset presents a detailed 20-year climatology of solar ultraviolet (UV) radiation across Cyprus, covering the period from 2004 to 2023. It includes effective UV doses relevant for erythemal (sunburn) effects, DNA damage, vitamin D synthesis, offering a comprehensive view of solar radiation impacts. The data boasts a high temporal resolution of 15 minutes and a fine spatial resolution of 0.05°x0.05°.
The creation of this climatology involved integrates re-analysis data and satellite observations with radiative transfer modeling. This approach allows for a detailed and accurate representation of solar radiation patterns over the island, catering to the needs of researchers and professionals in fields such as climatology, environmental science, public health, and agriculture.
This dataset is associated with the upcoming publication: K. Fragkos et al., (2024). "Twenty-Year Climatology of Solar UV and PAR in Cyprus: Integrating Satellite Earth Observations with Radiative Transfer Modeling," submitted to the journal Remote Sensing. The study describes the methodology in detail and discusses the implications of these climatologies.