Heat index

Alright kiddo, when it gets really hot outside, sometimes it feels even hotter than what a thermometer says. That's because it's not just the actual temperature that makes us feel hot, it's also how much water our body loses when it sweats. When our body gets rid of sweat, it helps to cool us down. But if it's too humid outside, the sweat can't evaporate into the air easily, and our body can't cool down as well. The heat index is a way to measure how hot it feels to us, based on the temperature and humidity. It can help us know if it's too risky to stay outside, so we can keep ourselves safe from heat exhaustion or heat stroke. So, remember to drink plenty of water, stay in the shade or indoors as much as possible when it's hot and humid, and always listen to your grown-ups when they tell you it's time to come inside and cool off. Stay cool, kiddo!