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San Marino
Summary:
In the First National Communication for San Marino of 24 August 2009 heat waves, vector-borne infectious diseases and food safety are identified as the three main areas of vulnerability for San Marino. In order to adapt to climate change an information system and health emergency plan are to be implemented to provide early warning and a rapid response to climate-related emergencies.
San Marino is one of the smallest countries in Southern Europe with a total size of 61.19 square kilometres. The South-western region consists of a number of calcareous rock formations. The most significant one being Mount Titano which has been recognised as an important landmark since ancient times. The North-eastern region of San Marino is covered by hills. Although San Marino covers a relatively small area there are a variety of microhabitats including woods, shrubbery, glades, cultivated land, cliffs, small valleys, water courses and urban areas.
San Marino experiences a variety of climatic conditions during a year and there is variation between regions. The main difference is between the North-eastern part and the more internal South-western part of the territory. Since 1990 there has been an increase in temperature in San Marino and less precipitation.
Sources: First National Communication for San Marino, 24 August 2009.
