Editing Ceres (section)

== Climate ==

The climate on Ceres is harsh and unyielding due to its lack of a substantial atmosphere. Without atmospheric pressure or weather systems, Ceres does not experience climate variations like those on Earth.

The surface temperature on Ceres is extremely cold, averaging around -105°C (-157°F). In areas exposed to direct sunlight, temperatures can rise slightly, peaking at around -38°C (-36°F). However, the absence of an atmosphere means that any warmth from the Sun is quickly lost when the surface rotates into darkness, causing significant temperature drops.

Ceres has an incredibly thin exosphere composed mainly of water vapor, which is not dense enough to provide any significant climate regulation. This exosphere is produced when water ice sublimates directly into vapor due to solar heating. It is not capable of supporting weather phenomena, wind, or rain.
Natural Resources

One of the most significant resources on Ceres is the presence of water ice, and vast subsurface ice deposits. These are harvested for life support systems and for hydrogen and oxygen production.

It is a mineral-rich planet with a lot of mining operations being conducted on its surface.