Before you step outside, you may want to know how humid, or "sticky" it feels. That comes down to knowing the dew point. Dew point is more commonly discussed in the summertime and is a good measure of ...

The UV Index measures the ultraviolet radiation coming from the sun. There are three primary types of UV radiation: ...

Despite their frequency, many people misunderstand what a fever means, when it’s dangerous and how best to manage it. Here’s ...

A measurement long known to climate scientists has begun creeping into the public consciousness as extreme weather conditions force us to reflect on what conditions humans can withstand. In a summer ...

Whenever it gets really hot anywhere in the United States, we search for ways to convey how darn uncomfortable it is outside. Saying “it’s 110°F in the shade!” is one of the go-to phrases to ...