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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The offshore winds could drop the relative humidity into the high teens and low 20s, especially on Wednesday.
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Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Nov. 2025
Recommended indoor relative humidity levels during winter are typically between 35-45%.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 17 Nov. 2025
Expect winds to be northwest 10 to 20 mph with frequent gusts of 25 to 35 mph and occasional gusts up to 40 mph and relative humidity 20 to 25 percent.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 16 Nov. 2025
The gusty wind, combined with warm temperatures and low relative humidity, will create an elevated risk of wildfires in the afternoon.
—Kansas City Star, 11 Nov. 2025
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Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Nov. 2025
Recommended indoor relative humidity levels during winter are typically between 35-45%.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 17 Nov. 2025
Expect winds to be northwest 10 to 20 mph with frequent gusts of 25 to 35 mph and occasional gusts up to 40 mph and relative humidity 20 to 25 percent.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 16 Nov. 2025
The gusty wind, combined with warm temperatures and low relative humidity, will create an elevated risk of wildfires in the afternoon.
—Kansas City Star, 11 Nov. 2025
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“Relative humidity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/relative%20humidity. Accessed 29 Nov. 2025.
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