Denver Humidity

[EscapeCalifornia]

Originally Posted by Haley Wood

And there were several days this summer when Denver's humidity rivaled Houston's. I checked. Accuweather. I don't have a/c, so I really notice it.
Houston is more wretched by far, but compared to last summer, this is more like Houston in Denver. MHO :-)

Air pressure makes a difference. From watching the stats, I've found Denver to have a lower "feels like" temperature even at the similar relative humidity as a lower city. For example, I've seen numbers like:

Austin: 97 degrees, 55% humidity, feels like 100 degrees
Denver: 85 degrees, 50% humidity, feels like 84 degrees
Los Angeles: 80 degrees, 60% humidity, feels like 81 degrees

I don't know that I've ever seen Denver's "feels like" temperature exceed it's actual temperature.

[cpm725]

Humidity is low year round. It can become humid with approaching fronts from Texas as it brings up gulf moisture to the region. It's short-lived, and disappears quickly.

[Haley Wood]

Originally Posted by EscapeCalifornia

I don't know that I've ever seen Denver's "feels like" temperature exceed it's actual temperature.

Actually, according to accuweather it has been this summer. I read it and weep :-)

[2bindenver]

EC is correct. A humidifier in the winter in your house is a must. Makes the heat feel warmer and helps your skin.

Denver's lack of humidity is hard on your body, your nasal passages, your hair, your skin...

A whole house humidifier is great, if you can get one.

Buy a large unit and one in your bedroom will help immensely.

[cpm725]

not to mention humidifying your house cuts down on nose bleeds

[Nique]

yeah... I haven't lived in CO for 15 years and I still remember the nosebleeds!

[cpm725]

Sometimes in the winter, it feels so dry that there is a sensation of someone pulling your skin tightly, especially on your face. Make sure you have lotion if you are planning to move to Denver.