wet bulb globe temperature (WBGT)
Coverage of wet bulb globe temperature (WBGT) in the Nexus archive.
- It is vital we understand heat and humidity’s differing effects on us
The 2026 men’s football World Cup in New Jersey will face temperatures over 30°C, with high humidity exacerbating heat stress. Wet bulb globe temperature (WBGT) measures like the 33°C (91°F) recorded in the Uruguay vs Cape Verde match highlight dangers of humid heat, which hinders cooling through sweating. The article contrasts this with dry heat benefits, such as those in saunas, while noting future World Cups may face extreme dry heat without humidity.
- How to stay cool in a heat wave even without air conditioning
The article discusses strategies to stay cool during heat waves without air conditioning, emphasizing risks from high temperatures and humidity, particularly for vulnerable groups. It highlights the importance of overnight cooling, public cooling spaces, and metrics like wet bulb globe temperature (WBGT) and heat index to assess danger.