Apparent Temperature

Apparent temperature, often called "feels-like" temperature, accounts for the combined effects of air temperature, humidity, and wind speed on how hot or cold it feels to the human body. On hot days, high humidity reduces the body’s ability to cool itself through sweat evaporation, making the air feel warmer. Conversely, on cold days, strong winds increase heat loss from exposed skin, making it feel colder than the actual air temperature. Apparent temperature provides a more accurate representation of comfort or risk from extreme heat or cold than air temperature alone, aiding in weather forecasting and public safety awareness.