SUMMARY
Watering golf courses significantly increases the humidity in surrounding areas, as evidenced by the Palm Springs region in California, where golf courses utilize approximately one million gallons of water. The evaporation of this water contributes to higher moisture levels in the atmosphere. Observations indicate that fog frequently appears in the mornings near these golf courses, supporting the conclusion that extensive irrigation directly impacts local humidity levels.
PREREQUISITES
- Understanding of hydrology and evaporation processes
- Familiarity with local climate patterns
- Knowledge of irrigation techniques used in golf course management
- Awareness of microclimate effects
NEXT STEPS
- Research the impact of irrigation on local humidity levels
- Study the hydrological cycle and its relation to evaporation
- Examine case studies of golf courses and their environmental effects
- Explore methods for measuring humidity changes in microclimates
USEFUL FOR
Environmental scientists, golf course managers, urban planners, and anyone interested in the effects of irrigation on local climates.