Mérida Record Temperature Reaches 43.7 ºC (110.66ºF) | Crazy!
Mérida Record Temperature of 43.7 ºC (110.66ºF)
March 26th, 2024, Mérida, Yucatán breaks record temperature, surpassing the previous benchmark, Mérida reached a scorching 43.7 degrees Celsius or 110.66 Fahrenheit, with a thermic sensation of 56 degrees Celsius or 132.8 Fahrenheit. Mérida, the capital of the state of Yucatán is renowned for its perennially hot and humid climate.
Stay Inside
Use Air Conditioning, Drink Water
Given the extreme conditions, it is imperative to heed precautions against the risk of heat-related illnesses such as heat stroke. It is strongly recommended to seek refuge indoors, preferably in air-conditioned premises or at least in well-ventilated spaces with ample fan circulation. If venturing outside is unavoidable, expedite tasks and ensure adequate hydration.
Check Climate Before Moving
Relocating to a new country involves significant considerations. It’s imperative to choose a destination that’s going to make you happy weather wise. If you constantly complain that it’s “way too hot”, “way too humid” or “way too cold” then you’ll never be happy. So many people overlook this when moving—I was one of them. Some people love hot tropical, humid weather while others despise it. Some love the thought of having 4 distinct seasons while others can’t bear the winters.
Zoom Earth for Dew Point and Humidity
Most people know the term humidity, but few truly understand dew point. Humidity measures moisture percentage, but dew point shows the temperature at which air becomes saturated, and water vapor condenses. That’s why cold places can still be humid. For example, a chilly winter morning can have high humidity but a low dew point, so it feels dry rather than sticky. It’s actually dew point that drives that “yucky,” sticky feeling in warm weather — the higher the dew point, the more uncomfortable the air feels. Tools like Zoom Earth let you track dew point levels worldwide in real time, giving a clear picture of how sticky it is wherever you are.