Features of the climate of Tuva in connection with physical and geographical conditions

Center for Biosphere Research of the Rebublic of Tyva, Kyzyl, 667003, Russia

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Abstract

The paper studies the climatic features of Tuva in their causal relationship with physical and geographical conditions. It was revealed that against the background of these common factors, the climatic conditions of individual parts of Tuva are formed under the direct influence of physical and geographical features and, above all, relief. The 30-year climatic norms of average annual and average seasonal air temperatures are highlighted. The ongoing climate changes affect socio-economic development, food and energy security, crop yields, quality of life, population migration, etc. Taking into account climate change is important for developing an adaptation strategy in the mountainous regions of Russia for sustainable development.