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Some San Antonio districts are 10+ degrees hotter, official says; How city plans to cool them down
By Erica Hernandez, Misael Gomez at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 7, 2026
· 2 min read
Some neighborhoods in San Antonio can be more than 10 degrees hotter than others, according to city officials, and leaders are expanding efforts to reduce those temperature gaps as extreme heat becomes more common.Using heat maps and temperature sensors, the city has identified neighborhoods most...
Key takeaway Laura Patiño, the city’s director of resilience and sustainability, said the four hottest areas are located in City Council Districts 2, 3, 4 and 5.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The city's efforts to address the urban heat island effect in certain neighborhoods will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of residents in those areas. City Council Districts 2, 3, 4, and 5, which are identified as the hottest areas, are also home to some of the city's most vulnerable populations. By expanding tree canopy, increasing shade, and implementing cool pavement and reflective roofs, the city can help reduce the temperature gaps between neighborhoods and create a more equitable environment for all residents. The use of data to measure the effectiveness of these strategies will be crucial in determining which interventions are most successful and where to focus future efforts. As San Antonio continues to grow and experience more days of extreme heat, the city's Heat Resilience Playbook will serve as a roadmap for protecting residents and creating a more resilient community.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Some neighborhoods in San Antonio can be more than 10 degrees hotter than others, according to city officials, and leaders are expanding efforts to reduce those temperature gaps as extreme heat becomes more common.Using heat maps and temperature sensors, the city has identified neighborhoods most...
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