In exploring the relationship between air and road temperatures, we can start to uncover answers to an important question: to what extent do road temperatures differ over short distances? Understanding these variances is crucial for efficient and effective winter maintenance operations. Our discussion will pivot around the contrast between standard atmospheric weather conditions and those that are specific to roads. We'll shed light on the extent of these variations, the factors contributing to them, and why this knowledge is indispensable for winter road maintenance strategies. This discussion aims to underscore the value of understanding road temperature variations in bolstering winter maintenance operations.