Microclimates Microclimates Microclimates are small areas where the surrounding features cause a difference in climate. The factors that affect Microclimates are: Shelter Aspect – The direction something faces Surface Buildings Back Lawn What features create a microclimate here? North Courtyard What features make this a microclimate? Environmental EffectsEffects on the Environment Human EffectsEffects that impact humans. ResponsesLong Term ResponsesShort Term Responses