humidity
noun
hu·mid·i·ty
hyü-ˈmi-də-tē 
yü-
plural humidities
: a moderate degree of wetness especially of the atmosphere compare relative humidity
Examples of humidity in a Sentence
the humidity of the region
It's not the heat that will get you—it's the humidity.
The temperature is 67 degrees with humidity at 75 percent.
an area of low humidity
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Many guests will tell you their favorite feature is the air-conditioning, an appreciated relief from the humidity.
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Jen Murphy, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2025
That said, most runners become slower with increasing temperatures, humidity, and sunshine exposure.6
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—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 17 Apr. 2025
To be sure, Florida had its attractions, one of which was the sunny weather, although air conditioning was still rare at the time, and the heat and humidity could be oppressive for much of the year.
—Greg Daugherty, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 Apr. 2025
Rain isn’t the only concern for the Rays this season; fans will now be exposed to the area’s notorious summer heat and humidity.
—Jason Clinkscales, Sportico.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Jen Murphy, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2025
That said, most runners become slower with increasing temperatures, humidity, and sunshine exposure.6
5.
—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 17 Apr. 2025
To be sure, Florida had its attractions, one of which was the sunny weather, although air conditioning was still rare at the time, and the heat and humidity could be oppressive for much of the year.
—Greg Daugherty, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 Apr. 2025
Rain isn’t the only concern for the Rays this season; fans will now be exposed to the area’s notorious summer heat and humidity.
—Jason Clinkscales, Sportico.com, 9 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for humidity
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“Humidity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/humidity. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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humidity
noun
hu·mid·i·ty
hyü-ˈmid-ət-ē
yü-
plural humidities
Medical Definition
humidity
noun
hu·mid·i·ty
hyü-ˈmid-ət-ē, yü-
plural humidities
: a moderate degree of wetness especially of the atmosphere see absolute humidity, relative humidity
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