humidex

English

Etymology

Blend of humidity +‎ index

Noun

humidex (plural humidexes)

(Canada, meteorology) A measurement used by Canadian meteorologists to reflect the combined effect of heat and humidity, as the apparent temperature felt by a person.

Coordinate terms

heat index (American English)

See also

windchill, windchill factor

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