Understanding Temperature vs Feels Like
Aug 18, 2025 • Weather Pulse Now
When you see 29°C on your weather app but it says it feels like 34°C, you may wonder why. This is because of the heat index, that is accumulative of temperature and humidity and wind speed.
Sweat does not evaporate because of high humidity, making our body feel hotter. On the other hand, strong winds can make the air feel cooler. This is why “feels like” is often a better reflection of comfort than the raw temperature measurement.
With Weather Pulse Now, you can always check both values and plan your day accordingly.
| 🌡️ Temperature & Feels Like | Range / Condition | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Normal Temperature | ||
| Tropical Climates | 25 – 35°C | Common in equatorial regions; hot and humid |
| Temperate Climates | 10 – 25°C | Mild to warm; comfortable weather range |
| Feels Like (Heat Index / Wind Chill) | ||
| Moderate Conditions | Close to actual temperature | When humidity and wind are at normal levels |
| Hot & Humid | +3 to +7°C hotter | Humidity prevents sweat evaporation, making it feel warmer |
| Cold & Windy | –5 to –15°C colder | Wind chill lowers perceived temperature, increasing cold stress |
| Condition | Description | Icon / Example |
|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Sunny | Clear sky with little to no clouds. Bright sunlight all day. | 🌞 |
| 🌤 Partly Cloudy | Mix of sun and clouds. Sunlight is still visible most of the time. | ⛅ |
| ☁️ Cloudy / Overcast | Thick clouds covering most of the sky, blocking sunlight. | ☁️ |
| 🌧 Rainy | Light to heavy rainfall. Can range from drizzle to thunderstorms. | 🌦 |
| ⛈ Thunderstorm | Heavy rain with thunder, lightning, and possible strong winds. | ⛈ |
| ❄️ Snow | Frozen precipitation falling as snowflakes. Often leads to accumulation. | 🌨 |
| 🌫 Fog | Low-lying clouds reducing visibility, usually in the morning or night. | 🌫 |
| 💨 Windy | Strong winds with little or no precipitation. Can reduce comfort. | 🌬 |
| 🌡 Hot | High temperatures, often above 30°C (86°F). Heatwaves possible. | 🔥 |
| 🧊 Cold | Low temperatures, often near or below freezing. Frost or ice may form. | 🥶 |