If the shelter of a hollow prevents this heat from escaping to the cold air above, it can become much warmer and types of plants that require more warmth are able to survive.

How does shelter influence microclimate?

Good barriers slow down rather than block wind and growing conditions are improved on both sides of the shelter. Shelter can improve growing conditions for up to 30 times the height of the shelter. The closer to the shelter the more pronounced the effect, but the greater the potential for shade.

Do buildings affect microclimates?

The main factors affecting the microclimate of urban environment are not only the geographical features of cities, but also the density of buildings, the environmental concerns, the thermal response of buildings, the influence of plants and water bodies.