ORLANDO, Fla. \u2013 How is wind chill calculated \u2014 and why does it matter?<\/p>\n
Ever notice it feels way colder outside than the thermometer says? That\u2019s wind chill at work.<\/p>\n
Wind chill is calculated using a formula that combines air temperature and wind speed. <\/p>\n
Wind chill formula<\/p>\n
Think of it as the \u201cfeels-like\u201d temperature \u2014 how cold your skin actually feels when the wind is pulling heat away from your body. The formula only applies when temperatures are 50 degrees or colder and winds are above 3 mph, and it\u2019s based on scientific studies of how wind affects human skin.<\/p>\n
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So when you see a wind chill value, it\u2019s showing you how quickly your body is losing heat \u2014 not just the air temperature.<\/p>\n
Wind chill Friday morning (Copyright 2026 by WKMG ClickOrlando – All rights reserved.)<\/p>\n
Why do we use wind chill?<\/p>\n
Wind chill helps us understand how fast frostbite or hypothermia could happen. The stronger the wind, the faster your body loses heat, making it feel much colder in a hurry. One important note: wind chill applies to people, not pets or pipes.<\/p>\n
Wind chill<\/p>\n
What should you do during cold weather alerts?<\/p>\n
When the National Weather Service issues a Cold Weather Advisory, Freeze Watch or Freeze Warning, it\u2019s time to take it seriously. The best move is to stay indoors during the coldest hours, bring pets inside, and protect sensitive plants.<\/p>\n
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