As recent fervor for storm chasing and the national pastime of doubting meteorological predictions demonstrates, weather can be a tricky beast to pin down. To truly wrangle it and capture its data, ...
At the Met Office, we use thermometers and a range of specialist techniques tailored to the purpose of the measurement. These instruments are carefully calibrated, checked and maintained to ensure ...
Scientists use "wet-bulb temperature" to gauge how extreme heat affects the body. But what is it? When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.
NORFOLK, Va. — When it comes to dangerous summer heat, there are several factors to consider beyond the temperature. Most of us are familiar with the heat index, or summertime “feels like” temperature ...
Temperature data is crucial to our everyday lives. It doesn't just give us an indication of how comfortable or uncomfortable it is outside at any given moment, it also helps us forecast what type of ...
Extech Instruments now offers a comprehensive line of InfraRed Thermometers for instantaneous non-contact temperature readings. Extech’s IR thermometers are available based on temperature range, ...
Extreme levels of heat and humidity are forecast to spread across the country over the next two weeks, blanketing the Southwest, Midwest, and East Coast with high temperatures beginning this June 19 ...
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Fresno’s Forestiere Underground Gardens have been used to escape the heat in Fresno since before domestic air conditioning – but does a century-old idea to stay cool still ...