Hab environment / climate (MDRS)
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climate, altitude
The MDRS is located in the plateau country near Hanksville, Utah.
The weather can range from pleasant to unpleasant, depending on the season.
In the early spring and spring, temperatures may drop to below freezing (20°F or approx. -5°C, especially early in the morning) and rise to very pleasant levels (60°F or approx +15°C on some afternoons).
The air is usually very dry, but it may snow, sleet or rain.
Winds can peak to 50 kts and windchill is an important factor to consider.
The area can be muddy in places during the rainy season (October through March).
Late spring and summer are usually quite hot and dry (100°F or approx. 37°C),
and afternoon thunderstorms are common in the highlands.
Flash floods are a potential hazard, and field workers should familiarize themselves with basic desert safety.
geographic environment
maps
geological environment
Weblinks to Arial imagery of the Hab surroundings
Here is the link ftp://ftp.agrc.utah.gov/NAIP/NAIP2009/ select Wayne.zip to download. This is also a link for older aerial imagery http://gis.utah.gov/aerial
