How are surface type and temperature related?

Some areas in the city are hotter than others. How does this compare to the surfaces in these areas?

The map on the left shows average summer surface temperatures in Philadelphia. The darker the color, the higher the temperature. The map on the right shows tree coverage in Philadelphia. The darker the color, the more tree coverage. Use the + and - buttons to zoom in and out. Swipe to compare surface temperatures to tree coverage.