Science
Heat Index Calculator
Perceived temperature from heat and humidity using the Rothfusz regression.
Inputs
Heat Index Calculator
Result
Heat index
40.4 °C
- Fahrenheit
- 104.7 °F
- Risk category
- Danger — heat cramps/exhaustion likely
How it's calculated
Rothfusz regression HI(°F) from T(°F) and RH(%), with low/high adjustments
Common questions
Why does humidity make heat feel worse?
Sweat cools you only when it evaporates. High humidity slows evaporation, so your body can't shed heat efficiently and core temperature rises.
Does heat index apply in the shade?
The NWS heat index assumes shady, light-wind conditions. Direct sun can add up to about 8 °C (15 °F) to the felt temperature.
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