The difference between relative humidity and dewpoint

The difference between relative humidity and dewpoint

If you stepped outside this afternoon, you probably noticed it almost instantly. The air felt heavy, thick, and distinctly like mid-summer. Naturally, you might have pulled out your phone, checked your favorite weather app, and noticed the relative humidity reading sat at 60-70%. So why does it feel like the air is so much more humid? The truth is, relative humidity is often not the best reference to how the air actually feels on your skin. If y…