humidity
noun
hu·mid·i·ty
hyü-ˈmi-də-tē 
yü-
plural humidities
: a moderate degree of wetness especially of the atmosphere compare relative humidity
Examples of humidity in a Sentence
the humidity of the region
It's not the heat that will get you—it's the humidity.
The temperature is 67 degrees with humidity at 75 percent.
an area of low humidity
Recent Examples on the Web
An air conditioner’s job is to get the humidity out of the air.
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Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Apr. 2024
Moss usually absorbs enough moisture from rain and humidity in the air, but may go dormant and turn brown during dry spells.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2024
Cicadas produce noise primarily for mating purposes, and their activity levels are influenced by temperature, humidity and daylight hours.
—The Arizona Republic, 11 Apr. 2024
Temperatures are expected to drop a little tomorrow, but the season is apparent thanks to higher humidity and a stormy kind of feel.
—Ian Livingston, Washington Post, 10 Apr. 2024
Changes to temperature, wind speed and humidity occur as the moon crosses in front of the sun and casts a shadow on Earth’s surface during a solar eclipse.
—Mary Gilbert, CNN, 7 Apr. 2024
This could lead to adding too much humidity to the room, as 30% to 60% is the ideal indoor humidity level.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Apr. 2024
Space out plants and reduce companion plantings to increase air circulation and lessen humidity.
—Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2024
Exposure to Environmental Conditions: Extreme temperature fluctuations and humidity can weaken seams and connections, causing duct leakage, and pests (such as rodents) can damage or bend ductwork.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 2 Apr. 2024
Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Apr. 2024
Moss usually absorbs enough moisture from rain and humidity in the air, but may go dormant and turn brown during dry spells.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2024
Cicadas produce noise primarily for mating purposes, and their activity levels are influenced by temperature, humidity and daylight hours.
—The Arizona Republic, 11 Apr. 2024
Temperatures are expected to drop a little tomorrow, but the season is apparent thanks to higher humidity and a stormy kind of feel.
—Ian Livingston, Washington Post, 10 Apr. 2024
Changes to temperature, wind speed and humidity occur as the moon crosses in front of the sun and casts a shadow on Earth’s surface during a solar eclipse.
—Mary Gilbert, CNN, 7 Apr. 2024
This could lead to adding too much humidity to the room, as 30% to 60% is the ideal indoor humidity level.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Apr. 2024
Space out plants and reduce companion plantings to increase air circulation and lessen humidity.
—Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2024
Exposure to Environmental Conditions: Extreme temperature fluctuations and humidity can weaken seams and connections, causing duct leakage, and pests (such as rodents) can damage or bend ductwork.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 2 Apr. 2024
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humidity
noun
hu·mid·i·ty
hyü-ˈmid-ət-ē
yü-
plural humidities
Medical Definition
humidity
noun
hu·mid·i·ty
hyü-ˈmid-ət-ē, yü-
plural humidities
: a moderate degree of wetness especially of the atmosphere see absolute humidity, relative humidity
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