As Montana warms, Missoula’s first heat map reveals hidden hotspots

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By Ellis JuhlinAug 13, 2026, 4:30 am108 pts
Researchers have found that the amount of green space and shade in a neighborhood can significantly shape temperatures. On average, neighborhoods with more trees and green space — instead of impermeable surfaces like pavement — can run anywhere from 1 to 7 degrees Fahrenheit cooler. The phenomenon, which…

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