Humidity Effect on Temperature Calculator

Formula

To calculate the Adjusted Temperature (\(T_a\)):

\[ T_a = T - \frac{(100 - H)}{5} \]

Where:

\(T_a\) is the adjusted temperature (°C)
\(T\) is the actual temperature (°C)
\(H\) is the relative humidity (%)

What is the Effect of Humidity on Temperature?

Humidity refers to the concentration of water vapor present in the air. It has a significant effect on how temperature is perceived by humans. High humidity levels can make the air feel warmer than it actually is because the moisture in the air reduces the rate of evaporation of sweat from the skin, which is a natural cooling mechanism. Conversely, low humidity can make the air feel cooler. Understanding the effect of humidity on temperature is important for various applications, including weather forecasting, HVAC system design, and personal comfort.

Example Calculation 1

Let's assume the following values:

Actual Temperature (\(T\)) = 30 °C
Relative Humidity (\(H\)) = 60%

Using the formula:

\[ T_a = 30 - \frac{(100 - 60)}{5} = 30 - \frac{40}{5} = 30 - 8 = 22 \]

The Adjusted Temperature is 22 °C.

Example Calculation 2

Let's assume the following values:

Actual Temperature (\(T\)) = 25 °C
Relative Humidity (\(H\)) = 80%

Using the formula:

\[ T_a = 25 - \frac{(100 - 80)}{5} = 25 - \frac{20}{5} = 25 - 4 = 21 \]

The Adjusted Temperature is 21 °C.