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

Synonyms

• damp
• dampness
• moistness
• moisture

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

Recent Examples on the Web

With higher temperature and humidity, viruses can’t survive outside a host as long. —Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024

And Warmth Maintaining proper humidity levels indoors is essential for both comfort and health. —Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2024

Fjallraven encourages consumers to think of not only temperature, but also precipitation type, humidity and dryness and how active a wearer is when selecting the right combination of materials and technologies. —Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024

Here’s the latest: – High winds and low humidity are worsening conditions near the fire. —Robert Shackelford, CNN, 10 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing humidity

• absolute humidity
• relative humidity

Kids Definition

humidity

noun

hu·​mid·​i·​ty hyü-ˈmid-ət-ē 

yü-

plural humidities

: moisture, dampness

especially : the amount of moisture in the air

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