relative humidity
noun
: the ratio of the amount of water vapor actually present in the air to the greatest amount possible at the same temperature
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In New York’s late summer humidity, the AMS maintained a stable environment with a relative humidity of around 15%, which kept PLA and PETG perfectly dry.
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PC Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025
Afternoon relative humidity values are expected to drop into the 25-30% range with intermittent wind gusts up to 15-20 mph.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 22 Oct. 2025
In winter seasons, indoor heating can dry out soil faster and lower relative humidity.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Oct. 2025
The dry and breezy weather system is forecast to persist through the afternoon and is expected to weaken only with the onset of evening, as wind gusts diminish and relative humidity increases.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Oct. 2025
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PC Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025
Afternoon relative humidity values are expected to drop into the 25-30% range with intermittent wind gusts up to 15-20 mph.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 22 Oct. 2025
In winter seasons, indoor heating can dry out soil faster and lower relative humidity.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Oct. 2025
The dry and breezy weather system is forecast to persist through the afternoon and is expected to weaken only with the onset of evening, as wind gusts diminish and relative humidity increases.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Oct. 2025
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“Relative humidity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/relative%20humidity. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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