Understanding the Heat Index in Phoenix’s Dry Climate
You’ve certainly heard the phrase, “It’s a Dry Heat.” Some people actually think that this is the Phoenix city motto. You’ll even find that phrase on tee shirts around town. The truth is that because Phoenix humidity levels are lower than many other regions of the country, 100 degrees F may not feel as horrible or suffocating in the Valley of the Sun as it does when temperatures rise to triple digits in parts of the country that have higher levels of humidity. When considering the temperature, it is also important to keep the Heat Index in mind.