Humidity

/hjuːˈmɪdəti/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The amount of water vapor present in the air.

High humidity can make summer temperatures feel much warmer than they actually are.

The degree of dampness of the atmosphere.

The weather report indicated a humidity level of 85%, making it uncomfortable to be outside.

A measure of moisture in the environment, usually expressed as a percentage.

The humidity in the greenhouse must be maintained at optimal levels for the plants to thrive.

The state or quality of being humid.

Living in a humid climate can be challenging for people who are sensitive to heat.

From Latin 'humidus', meaning 'moist, wet'.

high humidity

A condition where a large amount of moisture is present in the air.

humidity level

A quantitative measure of the amount of water vapor in the air.

relative humidity

The ratio of the current amount of water vapor to the maximum amount possible at a given temperature.

moisture

The presence of a liquid, typically water, often in a small amount.

dew

Tiny drops of water that form on cool surfaces at night.

Sweaty weather

It's so humid outside, I'm feeling like it's sweaty weather.

Stickiness

Man, this humidity is making everything feel like stickiness!